Former Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh died on Thursday at AIIMS, Delhi. Dr. Singh, who was the Prime Minister of the country for 10 years, is remembered all over the world as a skilled economist and a decent leader. After leaving the post of Prime Minister in 2014, he limited his participation in public life.
Dr. Manmohan Singh: Architect of India’s economic policies
Dr. Manmohan Singh made his mark as a visionary economist.
- Contribution as Finance Minister:
- He is P.V. He was the Finance Minister in the Narasimha Rao government.
- In 1991, he implemented the New Economic Policy in India, which paved the way for opening up the country’s markets to the global level.
- His reforms laid the foundation of the Indian economy on which today’s economic progress is based.
- Courageous Decision:
- Despite his humble nature, Dr. Singh took many difficult and bold decisions.
- US President George W. His most famous and historic step was to sign a civil nuclear deal with Bush.
Civil nuclear agreement with America: Dr. Singh’s steadfast leadership
Under the leadership of Dr. Singh, a civil nuclear agreement was signed between India and America, which strengthened India’s position at the global level.
- Political opposition:
- Left parties within the UPA alliance strongly opposed the deal.
- Due to political pressure and opposition, the government had to face a trust vote.
- Disagreement with Sonia Gandhi:
- Sonia Gandhi also expressed disagreement on this deal.
- Angered, Dr. Singh offered to resign.
- However, his humility and perseverance convinced the government in favor of this agreement.
- US President’s cooperation:
- In 2005, then US President George Bush announced the agreement.
- The agreement brought India and the US closer and was seen as a diplomatic victory for India.
Personality of Dr. Manmohan Singh: A leader of few words but who takes concrete decisions.
Dr. Singh’s tenure was important from many points of view.
- Prime Ministers from 2004 to 2014:
- He served as Prime Minister for 10 consecutive years.
- Under his leadership, India strengthened its position on the global stage.
- Political criticism:
- He was accused of running a “remote control government”.
- But decisions like the civil nuclear deal strengthened his image and proved his leadership abilities.
Sanjay Baru’s book and the 2009 elections
Impact of Dr. Manmohan Singh’s political and diplomatic decisions Book by Sanjay Baru “The Accidental Prime Minister” It is reflected in me also.
- Sanjay Baru’s statement:
- “The decision on the civil nuclear deal presented Dr Singh as a strong leader.”
- It also broke the perception of his alleged subservience to Sonia Gandhi.
- 2009 election:
- Under his leadership, Congress performed brilliantly in 2009 by winning 206 seats.
Legacy of Dr. Manmohan Singh
Dr. Manmohan Singh’s humility, foresight and contribution to the economy made him one of the most respected Prime Ministers of India.
- His economic policies are still the backbone of Indian progress.
- The decisions taken during his tenure, especially the civil nuclear deal, are an example of his bold and visionary leadership.
