" Manmohan is critical... Have you seen the news? " texted Swetha, my wife, aware of how much I admire and respect him. I was just settling back into bed for the day when I received her message. I rushed to watch the news, and by then, it was official: the sad demise of the gentleman. Dr. Manmohan Singh was one of the few leaders in Indian politics with the vision and capability to lead the nation. His academic credentials need no introduction, and his integrity in nation-building is well-known. Coming from a humble background, he rose through the ranks—from Economic Advisor, to RBI Governor, to Planning Commission Vice Chairman, to Finance Minister, to Leader of the Opposition and eventually leading the country for a decade as Prime Minister. He set an example for all aspiring youths, demonstrating that education and hard work yield success. Notably, he was the first Prime Minister outside of the Nehru-Gandhi family to hold office for a decade. LPG Reforms Although he served...
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