Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday described his predecessor Manmohan Singh 's death as a big loss to the nation, lauding his rise from a humble background to occupy some of the most important positions in the country. His contribution to the country's development will always be remembered, the Prime Minister said, stressing on his commitment to reforms.
His life will always serve as a lesson for future generations on how someone can rise above deprivation and struggles to attain the heights of success, PM Modi said.
In a video message, Mr.Modi recalled Dr. Singh’s life journey after his family’s migration to India, leaving behind everything following Partition, as he noted that his numerous achievements since then were no mean feat.