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Born on September 26, 1932, in Gah (now in Pakistan), Dr. Singh's journey to prominence began with stellar academic credentials. He studied economics at Panjab University, followed by the University of Cambridge and later earned a DPhil from the University of Oxford. Before entering politics, he was an acclaimed economist and served in various prestigious roles, including Chief Economic Advisor, Governor of the Reserve Bank of India, and Deputy Chairman of the Planning Commission.
His most notable contribution as a public servant was the economic liberalization of 1991, which he spearheaded as the Finance Minister under Prime Minister P.V. Narasimha Rao. These reforms set India on a path of rapid economic growth and globalization.
Dr. Singh served two consecutive terms as Prime Minister from 2004 to 2014. During his tenure, he oversaw significant initiatives like the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) and policies aimed at boosting India’s infrastructure and technological growth. His calm demeanor and scholarly approach earned him respect globally, even amid political challenges.
Meet Dr. Manmohan Singh's Daughters
Dr. Singh’s personal life was marked by his deep bond with his family, particularly his wife, Gursharan Kaur, and their three daughters: Upinder Singh, Amrit Singh, and
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