Dr. Manmohan Singh (1932\u20132024) will always be remembered as a visionary leader
\nwho transformed India\u2019s economy and served with humility and intellect. An economist of
\nglobal acclaim, he played a pivotal role in initiating economic liberalization as Finance
\nMinister under P.V. Narasimha Rao. As Prime Minister (2004\u20132014), he steered India
\nthrough global challenges, forged historic international partnerships, and championed reforms
\nblending economic growth with social welfare.
\nDr. Ajit S. Puri, MBBS, MD (Medicine), FICP, FCAI, FICA, DSc. (Honoris Causa), a
\nPunjab Ratan awardee and medical specialist with over 35 years of experience, recalls
\npresenting his book SARS and How to Prevent Common Serious Diseases to the then Prime
\nMinister of India, Dr. Manmohan Singh, in New Delhi on June 21, 2004. Journalist Dr.
\nJaswant Singh Puri was also present on the occasion. Dr. Ajit S. Puri, a former Visiting
\nMember of the Faculty at Newcastle General Hospital, UK, and author of works such as How
\nto Prevent Common Diseases and Bird Flu (Sterling Publishers), highlighted the mutual
\nrespect between two extraordinary figures dedicated to public welfare.
\nDr. Singh\u2019s leadership and legacy continue to inspire, reflecting a rare blend of
\nintellect, integrity, and service that defined his remarkable journey.<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
Dr. Jaswant
\nSingh Puri<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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