India’s former prime minister Dr. Manmohan Singh passed away on Thursday due to age-related ailments. He was 92. Several celebrities took to social media to share heartfelt condolences over the celebrated economist’s demise.
Actor-director Kamal Haasan took to X to share a photo of the late politician and penned a long note, “India has lost one of its most eminent statesmen and scholars. The passing of Dr. Manmohan Singh marks the end of an era in Indian polity. A man of quiet dignity, he reshaped the nation through his visionary economic and social policies. Few have influenced the nation's trajectory with such far-reaching impact. His policies, both as Finance Minister and Prime Minister, empowered millions, strengthening the fabric of Indian democracy and uplifting the most vulnerable. His governance was marked by a deep commitment to inclusivity and social justice, ensuring that India's progress reached every corner of society. His legacy will endure in the annals of Indian history, forever remembered as a leader who quietly but profoundly changed the course of the nation. My sincerest condolences to his family and to the nation on the loss of one of its finest sons.”
Actor Madhuri Dixit also shared a picture of Singh on her Instagram Stories along with a note stating, “Dr. Manmohan Singh's journey and service to the nation reflect true wisdom and grace. His leadership reminds us that quiet determination can move mountains. A remarkable leader and an even more remarkable human being. My deepest condolences to his family and countless loved ones. Om Shanti.”
Sanjay Dutt also shared MMS’s photo on his Instagram stories and wrote, “Deeply saddened by the loss of Manmohan Singh Ji. His contributions to India will never be forgotten.”
Sunny Deol, too, paid his heartfelt condolences over Singh’s death. In an Instagram story he shared, "I'm deeply saddened by the passing of Dr. Manmohan Singh, a visionary leader who played a pivotal role in shaping India's economic liberalization. His wisdom, integrity& contributions to the nation's growth will always be remembered. My heartfelt condolences. #RIPDr ManmohanSingh.”
Actor-singer Diljit Dosanjh shared a picture of MMS on his Instagram Stories as well, along with the caption, “Oh Waheguru."
Swara Bhasker also shared a picture on X of Manmohan Singh presenting an honour to her, who is dressed in a white saree. “The demise of #ManmohanSingh ji who (looking back) presided over India’s actual ‘Acchey Din’ feels like the end of an era when India was actually (more) democratic , when Indians were free(er) of fear & intolerance and when Indian public discourse had more decency. Farewell Dr. Singh. You gave India more than you got credit for.”
Director Hansal Mehta felt sad and apologetic over the learned politician’s demise and wrote on X, “The nation owes him an apology. More than anybody else, I owe him one. Whatever the compulsion or intent, it is a regret I will carry with a very heavy heart. Sorry, sir. Besides your achievements as an economist, Finance Minister, and Prime Minister, you were an honorable man—a rare gentleman in a vocation dominated by ruffians.”
Dr. Manmohan Singh, born in Punjab in 1932, served two terms as Prime Minister of India – from 2004 to 2014. He also was the finance minister in 1991 and was key in bringing reforms to resolve the country’s economic crisis. Singh retired from Rajya Sabha earlier this year after serving for 33 years in the house.