Assam declares 7-day state mourning in honour of former PM Manmohan Singh
India TV NewsThe Assam government has declared a seven-day state of mourning following the passing of former Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh, who passed away at the age of 92 on Thursday night at AIIMS Delhi. In a heartfelt tribute, Sarma highlighted Dr. Singh’s exemplary public service and his significant contributions to India's development, particularly his role in shaping the nation’s economic trajectory. The Congress party in opposition called Dr. Singh a visionary leader and a great economist, while the BJP's Assam unit attributed him the credit for beginning the liberalisation for India's market economy. Dr. Manmohan Singh, who represents Assam in Rajya Sabha for five consecutive terms, will not be remembered, particularly in history, for his contributions in public service, scholarship, or edifice building toward India.