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Sri Lanka’s President condoles over passing away of Manmohan Singh

27 Dec, 2024

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Sri Lanka’s President Anura Kumara Dissanayake extended his heartfelt condolences on the demise of former Indian Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh.

“On behalf of the people of Sri Lanka and myself, I extend my heartfelt condolences to the Republic of India, Dr. Manmohan Singh’s family, and his countless admirers worldwide. A visionary leader, Dr. Singh?s influence transcended national boundaries,”the President said.

He noted that as Prime Minister from 2004 to 2014, Dr Manmohan Singh’s transformative policies, like the Right to Education Act and the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme, reflected his steadfast commitment to equity and inclusivity.

A tireless advocate of international collaboration, he forged lasting alliances, contributed to coalitions like BRICS, and showcased remarkable diplomacy through achievements such as the Indo-US nuclear agreement, the Sri Lankan President said.

He also noted that Manmohan Singh’s humility, intellect, and dedication to public service will forever inspire future generations.? (Colombo Gazette)

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