Former Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh passed away yesterday, December 26 at age 96. A press release from the All India Institute of Medical Science (AIIMS), New Delhi informed that he was being treated for age-related medical conditions and had sudden loss of consciousness at home on December 26. “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,” informed the press release.

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As a mark of respect to the departed dignitary, the Ministry of Home Affairs informed that seven days of state mourning will be observed throughout India from December 26, 2024 to January 1, 2025 both days inclusive.

“During this period the National flag will be flown at half mast throughout India where it is regularly flown and there will be no official entertainment during the period of state mourning. It has also been decided that the state funeral will be accorded to late Dr. Manmohan Singh,” informed the MHA.

National flag shall also fly half-mast on the day of funeral in all Indian Missions/High Commissions of India abroad.