Controversy arose earlier in the evening when Robert Vadra, son-in-law of Congress leader Sonia Gandhi, announced the former Prime Minister’s passing on Facebook at 9:23 PM — 28 minutes before his death was officially confirmed. His premature statement sparked confusion and highlighted the insensitivity with which the Gandhis handled the situation.
Using his verified account, Vadra expressed condolences, stating he was deeply saddened to hear of Dr. Singh’s passing and extended his sympathy to the family. The premature announcement drew criticism for its lack of sensitivity and factual accuracy during such a delicate moment.
Dr. Manmohan Singh, aged 92, served as India’s Prime Minister from 2004 to 2014. Earlier this year, he retired from the Rajya Sabha, marking the end of an illustrious political career. Representing Assam in the Rajya Sabha for five terms, he shifted to Rajasthan in 2019 after the Congress party lacked sufficient numbers to secure his re-election in Assam.
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