Lokesh recalls Manmohan Singh’s kindness to their family
Minister for Education, Electronics, IT and RTGS Nara Lokesh, while condoling the passing of former Indian Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh, reflected on his graciousness and kindness towards their family. Taking to the social media platform X on Saturday, Lokesh wrote, “As India mourns the passing of former Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh, I am reminded of his large-heartedness and graciousness towards our family.”
Lokesh recalled that Naidu had personally met Dr Manmohan Singh, then Prime Minister, to request the restoration of security, citing the heightened threat perception as assessed by security agencies. Despite being from an opposition party, Dr Singh recognised the seriousness of the matter and immediately acted.
“He told Naidu that he was important to the nation, and against the wishes of the state government, instructed the restoration of full security, including NSG commandos,” Lokesh wrote.
Dr Singh even assured Naidu, saying, “By the time you return to Hyderabad, your NSG security cover will be ready.” Lokesh described him as a rare statesman whose kindness and integrity left a lasting impact on their family. “Farewell, sir. You will be missed,” Lokesh concluded.
Minister for education and IT Nara Lokesh paid tribute to former Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh, recalling his graciousness towards their family. Lokesh shared on social media that in 2004, following an attempt on Chandrababu Naidu's life and reduced state security, Singh intervened. Despite political differences, Singh ensured Naidu’s security cover was restored, stating Naidu’s importance to the nation. Lokesh described Singh as a rare statesman with a large heart, adding, “By the time Naidu returned to Hyderabad, NSG security was ready.” Lokesh expressed deep gratitude, calling Singh’s loss irreplaceable.