'Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh dignified the office with integrity and honor'- IOCUSA Condoles his death

The Indian Overseas Congress, USA, held a prayer vigil at Gurdwara Guru Nanak Darbar in
Hicksville, New York, to condole Dr. Manmohan Singh's passing. One after another, the
speakers lauded his contributions and praised his stewardship on behalf of the people of India.
George Abraham, Vice-Chair of the IOCUSA, spoke about his humanity and how his personal
attributes have influenced a nation.'He was a man of humility despite his long resume and
outstanding accomplishments at the behest of the ordinary people with whom he identified
himself. He conducted himself with the highest level of integrity and honesty that was a hallmark
of his life as well,' added Mr. Abraham
Mohinder Singh Gilzian, President of IOCUSA, spoke glowingly of Dr. Singh's dedication to the
Progress and welfare of the nation. He added, 'His leadership shaped India into a global
powerhouse, and his contributions to the welfare of the people will never be forgotten. His
legacy of inclusive growth, bold economic reforms, and his commitment to the constitution and
its values will forever remain an inspiration for all of us', Mr. Glzian added.
Joshua Jaysingh, Treasurer of IOCUSA, lauded his leadership, which will continue to be a
beacon of hope for marginalized and minority communities, reflecting his unwavering
commitment to justice, equality, and inclusive growth.
Leela Maret, a senior leader of IOCUSA remembered Dr. Singh’s unwavering dedication to
public service and added that he will be greatly missed.
Balbeer Singh Pahwa, the President of the Gurudwara Guru Nanak Darbar at Hicksville emceed
the event. 'Manmohan ji has brought India from the brink of bankruptcy with the country's
foreign currency reserves at a dangerously low level, barely enough to pay for two weeks of
imports. He made bold measures to change the nation's trajectory, and his name in the history
book will be written in golden letters,” Mr. Pahwa said.
Several leaders of the IOCUSA and the community spoke, including Dave Randhawa, Leela
Maret, Amer Singh Gulshan, Sharat Chandra Vemuganti, and Sukhjinder Singh Badesha.