Rahul Gandhi Slams Modi Government for ‘Insulting’ Dr. Manmohan Singh with Nigambodh Ghat Cremation

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New Delhi: Former Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh, widely regarded as an architect of India’s economic resurgence, was cremated with full state honors at Delhi’s Nigambodh Ghat. However, the choice of location has sparked a political storm, with Congress leader Rahul Gandhi accusing the Narendra Modi-led government of disrespecting the legacy of the late leader.

Rahul Gandhi labeled the decision as an insult to Dr. Singh and his contributions. “Dr. Manmohan Singh, the first Sikh Prime Minister and a great son of India, has been humiliated by the government. His last rites should have been performed at an authorized burial site, as has been the tradition for former Prime Ministers. He deserved a memorial to honor his legacy, not a rushed farewell,” Gandhi said during his address.

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge joined the chorus, demanding a memorial to commemorate Dr. Singh’s contributions. “A leader of his stature deserves a fitting tribute, and we urge the government to allocate space for a memorial,” Kharge stated.

Responding to the demands, Union Home Minister Amit Shah assured Singh’s family and Congress leaders that the government would allocate space for a memorial. The Ministry of Home Affairs clarified that a Trust would need to be established for the memorial and that formalities were being addressed.

Rahul Gandhi further criticized the government’s approach, claiming it lacked the respect that Dr. Singh earned through his transformative economic policies. “He led India for a decade, turning it into an economic superpower. His policies lifted millions out of poverty. To cremate him at Nigambodh Ghat, instead of giving him the honor of a designated burial site, reflects this government’s disregard for his monumental contributions,” Gandhi asserted.

The BJP, however, dismissed the allegations as political posturing, emphasizing that Dr. Singh was cremated with full state honors. The controversy has ignited a fresh debate over how former leaders’ legacies are preserved and respected.

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