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eteran Congress leader and former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh passed away on Thursday. He was 92. Known as the architect of India’s 1991 economic reforms, Singh's contributions as a leader, economist, and policymaker reshaped the country’s trajectory. Born on September 26, 1932, in a village in the Punjab province of undivided India. Dr Singh completed his Matriculation examinations from the Punjab University in 1948. His academic career took him from Punjab to the University of Cambridge, UK, where he earned a First Class Honours degree in Economics in 1957. Dr Singh followed this with a D. Phil in Economics from Nuffield College at Oxford University in 1962. Dr. Singh’s academic credentials were burnished by the years he spent on the faculty of Punjab University and the prestigious Delhi School of Economics. He had a brief stint at the UNCTAD Secretariat as well, during these years. This presaged a subsequent appointment as Secretary General of the South Commission in Geneva between 1987 and 1990. Over the years, Singh held pivotal roles, including Governor of the Reserve Bank of India (1982–1985), Deputy Chairman of the Planning Commission, and Secretary General of the South Commission, a Geneva-based economic policy think tank. Manmohan Singh's defining moment came in 1991 when, as Finance Minister under Prime Minister P.V. Narasimha Rao, he initiated reforms that deregulated industries, dismantled the licence raj, and revamped taxation and trade policies. His measures were instrumental in addressing a fiscal crisis marked by high deficits and critically low foreign exchange reserves. To avert an economic collapse, Singh’s government approached the International Monetary Fund (IMF) for assistance, pledged gold reserves, and introduced liberalization policies that opened India’s economy to global markets. These bold steps not only stabilized the economy but also positioned Singh as a reformist leader on the global stage. In 2004, following the Congress-led United Progressive Alliance (UPA)’s victory, Singh became India’s Prime Minister. His first term was marked by landmark initiatives, including the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act, which assured employment for millions, and the Right to Education Act, which guaranteed free and compulsory education. Singh’s administration also launched the National Rural Health Mission, enacted the Forest Rights Act, and introduced the Aadhaar project, providing a unique identification system for citizens. National security measures were enhanced with the establishment of the National Investigation Agency (NIA) and the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA). Although the UPA returned to power in 2009 with Singh at the helm, his second term was overshadowed by allegations of corruption and several scandals, which marred his government’s reputation. Manmohan Singh’s leadership during the 1991 economic reforms laid the foundation for modern India's economic growth. His policies fostered privatization, entrepreneurship, and a consumer-driven market while easing global trade and attracting foreign investments. The establishment of the National Stock Exchange (NSE) in 1992 further strengthened India’s financial landscape. By steering India away from economic collapse and charting a path for sustained growth, Singh’s legacy remains one of visionary leadership and transformative impact. His contributions continue to shape India’s development, solidifying his place as a towering figure in the country’s history.Daily Post Nigeria CNPD raises alarm over alleged plot to ‘pull down’ Senate President, Akpabio Home News Politics Metro Entertainment Sport News CNPD raises alarm over alleged plot to ‘pull down’ Senate President, Akpabio Published on December 26, 2024 By Chris Johnson A coalition of good governance advocates, Citizens Network For Peace and Development, CNPD, has raised the alarm over an alleged plot to pull down Senate President Godswill Akpabio by tarnishing his reputation. The coalition said those behind the plot are seeking to undermine Akpabio’s reputation in the Niger Delta with unfounded allegations. CNPD’s statement came on the heels of claims by a Rivers State statesman, Chief Anabs Sara-Igbe, that Akpabio disappointed the people of the Niger Delta during his stint as Minister of Minister of Niger Delta Affairs. Sara-Igbe had expressed disappointment in Akpabio’s performance during his tenure as Minister of Niger Delta Affairs. While acknowledging Akpabio’s success as governor of Akwa Ibom State, Sara-Igbe also criticized his handling of the Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC. “The people of Niger Delta trusted Akpabio when he became governor of Akwa Ibom, and he did a very good job with Akwa Ibom. When he became minister, everybody thought Akpabio would do the same feat as a minister. “But unfortunately, Akpabio led NDDC, which they call the forensic audit, and it became the nightmare and the worst that happened to the Niger Delta,” Sara-Igbe said. However, in a statement on Thursday, CNPD noted that Sara-Igbe’s comments were part of an orchestrated plot against the Senate President. CNPD warned those it described as “professional detractors” to allow Akpabio to concentrate on his legislative assignment, rather than seeking to make him deviate from set targets. Executive Director of the CNPD, Barr. Francis Okereke Wainwei noted that Akpabio should be commended, rather than condemned, for the forensic audit which entrenched transparency in the Niger Delta Development Commission NDDC. Urging the Senate President’s critics to be factual and constructive, CNPD said, “This call is premised on the fact that there is the emergence of a new trend of frivolous criticisms orchestrated to tarnish the image of the Senate President and reduce his popularity, especially in the Niger Delta region. And majority of the said criticisms against him are heavily laced with bitterness and negative political sentiments. We are, therefore, calling on all such critics to eschew bitterness and political sentiments while expressing their opinions concerning the leadership trajectory of His Excellency, Sen. Godswill Akpabio. “We are also using this medium to call on Chief Anabs Sara-Igbe to do an objective analysis and thorough research on the tenure of Akpabio as Minister of Niger Delta Affairs to enable him to arrive at a more accurate and informed account of events within the period. Chief Anabs Sara-Igbe should thereafter tender an unreserved apology to the Senate President for making such an unfounded, spurious, malicious and reckless statement against him. “The Niger Delta Development Commission NDDC before the emergence of Chief Akpabio as Minister of Niger Delta Affairs was a ‘conduit pipe’ servicing the financial interests of a few individuals in contrast to its mandate of developing the Niger Delta communities. The current success and progress at the agency were made possible by the uncommon transformational leadership of Chief Akpabio as Minister of Niger Delta Affairs.” The coalition condemned what it described as malicious and fabricated falsehood targeted at pulling down Akpabio. Warning those behind the plot to have a rethink, CNPD added, “It is unfortunate that the ‘stock in trade’ of some persons is to try to pull down political leaders by ‘casting aspersions’ and spreading falsehoods against such leaders. The activities of such persons have the capacity to distract and slow down the efficiency and productivity of our leaders, which can negatively impact public governance and development in the country.” Related Topics: akpabio CNPD senate Don't Miss Niger Republic military leader’s allegations against Nigeria baseless, unfounded – FG You may like Stubborn ministers have no place in your cabinet – Akpabio tells Tinubu Prepare to defend your sectoral allocations on 2025 budget – Akpabio tells ministers Those who don’t understand tax reform bills are loudest critics – Akpabio We will extend 2024 budget by 6 months — Akpabio Senate adopts Sen Dickson’s call for modern Ranching Nigerian Senate sets new minimum capital requirement for insurance business Advertise About Us Contact Us Privacy-Policy Terms Copyright © Daily Post Media Ltdlottery ticket 。

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