Rajya Sabha puts on record its appreciation of Manmohan Singh's contribution as MP

With former prime minister Manmohan Singh's term as Rajya Sabha MP ending after nearly three decades, the Upper House of Parliament Friday put on record its appreciation of the contribution made by the renowned economist.

On the first day of the maiden session of Parliament under Modi 2.0 government, Rajya Sabha Chairman and Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu mentioned that Singh, along with another member Santisue Kujur, has retired on June 15 after completion of their terms of office.

"The House will certainly miss the presence of these two members, who have through their significant contributions, enhanced the dignity and prestige of this august House," he said.

Naidu said Singh was a member of Rajya Sabha for five consecutive terms from 1991 to 2019 and has the distinction of holding the coveted post of Prime Minister for two consecutive terms.

"A very gentle, calm and composed personality, Dr. Manmohan Singh through his participation in the debates of the House has contributed immensely in enriching the collective wisdom of the House on various issues, particularly, economic matters pertaining to the welfare and development of the nation," he said. "This House will miss an able parliamentarian and an experienced and renowned economist."
"I place on record my heartfelt appreciation for the significant contribution and service rendered by both these Members to parliamentary democracy and to society at large," Naidu said. "I wish them good health, happiness and long fruitful years of service to the nation. The House shall ever cherish their association."
He described Parrikar as "distinguished parliamentarian, a very capable administrator and above all a humane individual."