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Shimla, December 27
The Himachal Pradesh government has declared a two-day holiday on December 27 and 28 across all government departments, boards, corporations, and educational institutions, in honour of the late former Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh. In an official statement, Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu expressed profound grief over Singh’s passing, calling it an “irreparable loss” to the nation and the Congress party. “Today an era in Indian politics has ended. His vision, simplicity, and policy acumen gave a new direction to the Indian economy and enhanced India’s prestige globally,” Sukhu wrote on X (formerly Twitter).
The Chief Minister also praised Singh’s lasting impact, noting, “His contributions to Indian politics will be remembered for ages. His work will always remain a source of inspiration.” Sukhu offered condolences to Singh’s family, praying for strength during this difficult time.
The Government of India has announced with profound sorrow the death of Dr. Manmohan Singh, former Prime Minister of India on Thursday at AIIMS hospital, New Delhi. As a mark of respect to the departed dignitary, it has been decided that seven days of state mourning will be observed throughout India from 26.12.2024 to 01.01.2025 both days inclusive. During this period the National flag will be flown at half mast throughout India where it is regularly flown and there will be no official entertainment during the period of state mourning. It has also been decided that the state funeral will be accorded to late Dr. Manmohan Singh.
The National flag shall also fly half-mast on the day of funeral in all Indian Missions/High Commissions of India abroad. Dr Manmohan Singh’s last rites will be held in New Delhi on Saturday.
