Former Prime Minister of India Dr. Manmohan Singh breathed his last at the age of 92 in AIIMS, Delhi on Thursday night. Manmohan Singh was admitted to the emergency room of Delhi AIIMS after his health suddenly deteriorated. His body has been kept at his residence on Motilal Nehru Marg in Delhi. His body was brought here from AIIMS last night. Now today his body will be kept for the last darshan. Along with special people, common people will also be able to pay tribute to him. The central government has announced seven days of national mourning on the death of the former Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh. During this time, the tricolor will remain half-mast in all government institutions. According to the information, the last rites of the former PM can be performed tomorrow. He will be cremated with full state honors. Let us briefly tell you what are the protocols in the funeral of the former Prime Minister.
What is the protocol in the funeral of the former PM?
In India, special state protocol is followed during the funeral of the former Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh. Its purpose is to honor his contribution to the country and the dignity of the post. From the general public to dignitaries and politicians, his last journey is attended by all. Security and protocol are followed very strictly during his last journey. Let us tell you that
- Before the funeral, the body of the former Prime Minister is wrapped in India’s national flag tricolor
- He is also given a 21-gun salute during the funeral
- The 21-gun salute is considered a symbol of the highest level of state honor
- Military bands and armed forces personnel also participate in the last journey while performing traditional march
Where can the funeral take place?
Usually the funeral of former Prime Ministers takes place in Delhi. Let us tell you that the funeral of former Prime Ministers Jawaharlal Nehru, Indira Gandhi and Rajiv Gandhi was performed at the Rajghat complex. However, in many cases, this process can also take place in the home state of the person concerned. The President, Vice President, Prime Minister, other dignitaries and cabinet ministers of the country are present at his funeral. Let us tell you that…
- The last rites of the former Prime Ministers of the country are performed at special memorial sites in Delhi
- A separate samadhi sthal is also built for many former Prime Ministers
- The method of funeral is according to the religious beliefs of the deceased person and his family
KC Venugopal gave this important information
Congress General Secretary KC Venugopal has expressed deep grief over the demise of former PM Manmohan Singh. During this, he told the media that “This is a painful situation. Dr. Manmohan Singh was the real icon of Congress and the country. His ability and vision to rule the country was seen by everyone. Manmohan Singh ji had really changed the landscape of the Indian economy. All the programs of Congress have been canceled for 7 days, including the foundation day of Congress on December 28.” According to media reports, KC Venugopal said that “Former Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh’s last rites will be performed on Saturday. We will officially announce it.”
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Union Cabinet meeting at 11 am
According to the information received, a meeting of the Union Cabinet will be held at 11 am today, in which tribute will be paid to former PM Manmohan Singh. The government has canceled all the programs for today. Congress has canceled the special meeting of CWC being held in Belgaum. All the leaders are reaching Delhi.
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