The central government on Friday announced a seven-day national mourning after former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh passed away on Thursday night at the age of 92. The government has declared national mourning over Singh's passing from December 26, 2024 to January 1, 2025.
All government programs scheduled for Friday will be cancelled. During this time, the National Flag will be flown at half-mast at all locations where it is customarily displayed, and all official entertainment will be suspended, as per the government notification.
Moreover, the Congress party cancelled all its programs, including the Foundation Day celebrations, for the next 7 days as a mark of respect to the former PM.
