Manmohan Singh’s most poweful quotes that will inspire generations

Dr Manmohan Singh former Prime Minister of India and a key architect of the nationrsquos economic transformation passed away on December 26 2024 at the age of 92 Known for his humility intellect and integrity Singh leaves behind a legacy that continues to inspireBorn on September 26 1932 in undivided Indiarsquos Punjab province Singh pursued an illustrious academic journey earning a First Class Honours degree in Economics from the University of Cambridge in 1957 and a DPhil from Oxford Universityrsquos Nuffield College in 1962 His early career in government service began in 1971 with roles ranging from Economic Advisor to Reserve Bank Governor culminating in his tenure as Indiarsquos Finance Minister during the pivotal economic reforms of 1991Singh went on to become Indiarsquos fourteenth Prime Minister serving two consecutive terms from 2004 to 2014 His quiet yet steadfast leadership left an indelible mark on the nationrsquos political and economic landscapeHere are 12 of his most memorable quotes that encapsulate his wisdom and continue to inspire usI would be the last person to say there is no scope of doing more ndash January 3 2014I have never felt like resigning at any time I have enjoyed doing my work I have tried to do my work with all honesty with all sense of integrity without regard or fear or favour ndash January 3 2014I do not believe that I have been a weak Prime Minister That is for historians to judge The BJP and its associates may say whatever they like But if by strong Prime Minister you mean that you preside over a mass massacre of innocent citizens on the streets of Ahmedabad that is the measure of strength I do not believe that sort of strength this country needs least of all in its Prime Minister ndash January 3 2014It is for you to judge As far as I am concerned I feel I have done reasonably well The growth process that we sustained in the last ten years despite the global financial crisis despite the Eurozone crisis and considering also what is happening in other emerging countries like Brazil like South Africa like Indonesia I dont think ours is a story which can be described as nonsuccessful or eventful ndash January 3 2014Let me say at the outset that I do believe we are set for better times The cycle of global economic growth is turning for the better ndash January 3 2014Well if I can succeed in normalising relations between India and Pakistan as they should prevail between two normal states I will consider my job well done ndash 2011I would be the first person to admit that we could have done more We should not be satisfied with what we have achieved There is always room for improvement and for better outcomes But I do believe that the record of our first year is a record of reasonable achievementI honestly believe that history will be kinder to me than the contemporary media or for that matter the Opposition parties in ParliamentIndia is a hospitable environment for FDI and will continue to do so We will continue to improve our practices wherever they are needed ndash January 3 2014It is often said that time is a great healer But unfortunately in the case of demonetisation the scars and wounds of demonetisation are only getting more visible with time ndash 2018More than any other period of human history the need for unity of thought and action today is the most urgent ndash 2019When the world is breaking up into fragments and fragments clash with fragments surrendering all sense and purpose of living for the larger humanity it is the humanity which seeks transcendence from narrow limits and boundaries ndash 2019Dr Manmohan Singhrsquos words reflect his dedication to progress unity and ethical governance His legacy will continue to inspire generations to dream bigger act decisively and serve with humility