Hyderabad: A special session of the Telangana Legislature has been convened for 10 am here on Monday to pay tribute to former prime minister Dr Manmohan Singh, who passed away on Thursday.
The legislature secretariat issued a notification to this effect on Saturday. The Assembly and the Legislative Council had been adjourned sine die on the conclusion of the Winter Session on December 21.
In light of Monday’s special session, the crucial Cabinet meeting, scheduled for the same date, has been postponed. It is likely to be held next week. The decision has been taken in view of the week-long mourning period that stated on December 26.
The legislature secretariat has notified all members about Monday’s special session. The legislature will reflect on Dr Singh's significant contributions to the nation during his tenure as the Prime Minister from 2004 to 2014.
Widely regarded for his economic reforms and leadership, Dr. Singh was instrumental in steering key national policies, including those that directly impacted Telangana.
Notably, it was under Dr Singh's leadership that the process of bifurcation of Andhra Pradesh began in 2009, culminating in the creation of Telangana in 2014 through the AP Reorganisation Act.
The special session will serve as an opportunity for members to salute Dr Singh’s pivotal role in its statehood and his larger contributions to Indian politics and economy.
