Mumbai, December 27: Former India cricketers Harbhajan Singh, VVS Laxman, Virender Sehwag and Yuvraj Singh condoled the demise of former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh. Manmohan Singh passed away on Thursday night at the age of 92 due to age-related medical conditions, AIIMS informed. He had a sudden loss of consciousness at home after which he was rushed to the AIIMS Delhi. Indian Players Wear Black Armbands at MCG To Honour Former PM Manmohan Singh During IND vs AUS BGT 2024–25 4th Test (See Pics).
"With profound grief, we inform the demise of former Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh, aged 92. He was being treated for age-related medical conditions and had sudden loss of consciousness at home on 26th December 2024. Resuscitative measures were started immediately at home. He was brought to the Medical Emergency at AIIMS, New Delhi at 8:06 PM. Despite all efforts, he could not be revived and was declared dead at 9:51 PM," AIIMS said in a press release.
Harbhajan took to X and expressed his sadness on the demise of former Prime Minister and wrote.
Harbhajan Singh Condoles Manmohan Singh’s Demise
Saddened by the news of sudden demise of former Prime Minister, a thorough gentleman, and a visionary leader, Dr. Manmohan Singh Ji 💔💔What truly set him apart was his calm and steady leadership in times of crisis, his ability to navigate complex political landscapes, and his… pic.twitter.com/WKbjrnADJQ
— Harbhajan Turbanator (@harbhajan_singh) December 26, 2024
Yuvraj Singh's Tweet
Sad news of the passing of Dr. Manmohan Singh Ji. A visionary leader and a true statesman who worked tirelessly for India’s progress. His wisdom and humility will always be remembered. My heartfelt condolences to his loved ones. 🙏 #ManmohanSingh ji
— Yuvraj Singh (@YUVSTRONG12) December 26, 2024
Virender Sehwag Condoles Manmohan Singh’s Demise
My heartfelt condolences on the passing away of our former Prime Minister Shri Manmohan Singh ji.
Om Shanti 🙏🏼 pic.twitter.com/uPkmiCm5C4
— Virender Sehwag (@virendersehwag) December 26, 2024
VVS Laxman Tweet
Sad to learn about the demise of our former Prime Minister Shri Manmohan Singh ji. Heartfelt condolences to his family and loved ones.
Om Shanti 🙏🏼 pic.twitter.com/g1G0MnCkll
— VVS Laxman (@VVSLaxman281) December 27, 2024
Manmohan Singh, born in Punjab in 1932, served two terms as Prime Minister of India- from 2004 to 2014. He took the oath of office for the first time in 2004, after Congress' win in the 2004 Lok Sabha election against Atal Bihari Vajpayee-led NDA. Indian Cricket Team Players Wear Black Armbands on Day 2 of IND vs AUS Boxing Day Test 2024 in Honour of Former PM Dr Manmohan Singh Who Passed Away At Age 92.
He served his second term from 2009 to 2014. He was then succeeded by PM Narendra Modi in 2014. He retired from the Rajya Sabha earlier this year after serving for 33 years in the house.
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