Former Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh, born in Gah and raised in Amritsar, passed away at 92. Known for his transformative economic policies, his 1991 reforms opened India's economy to global markets. His tenure (2004-2014) included significant initiatives like MGNREGA and the Right to Information Act.
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