Former Union Minister and Padma Vibhushan awardee, Shri Manohar Singh Gill, has passed away. Mallikarjun Kharge, a colleague from the UPA Govt, expressed his sadness and highlighted Gill’s contributions to the nation’s development, particularly in sports and electoral processes..
Extremely saddened at the passing away of Former Union Minister, Padma Vibhushan, Shri Manohar Singh Gill Ji.
As a valued colleague in the UPA Govt and earlier as a civil servant, his contributions to development of the nation in varied fields like sports, electoral processes… pic.twitter.com/i2L5GCpS3B
— Mallikarjun Kharge (@kharge) October 15, 2023
Obituary – Death News : Former Union Minister and Padma Vibhushan awardee, Shri Manohar Singh Gill Ji, has passed away, leaving the nation in deep mourning. A valued colleague in the UPA Government and a distinguished civil servant, Gill Ji made significant contributions to the development of the nation in various fields, including sports and electoral processes.
Born in 1936, Manohar Singh Gill began his career as a civil servant, serving in the Indian Administrative Service (IAS). With his exceptional skills and dedication, he quickly rose through the ranks, leaving an indelible mark on the bureaucratic landscape of India.
Gill Ji’s passion for sports was evident throughout his life. He played a crucial role in shaping India’s sporting infrastructure and policies. Serving as the President of the Indian Hockey Federation from 1994 to 2008, he was instrumental in reviving the sport and bringing back its glory days. Under his leadership, the Indian hockey team achieved remarkable success, with memorable victories in international tournaments.
Apart from his contributions to sports, Gill Ji was actively involved in shaping India’s electoral processes. His expertise and insights played a pivotal role in ensuring fair and transparent elections, strengthening the democratic fabric of the nation. His dedication to upholding the principles of democracy earned him immense respect and admiration from all quarters.
Throughout his illustrious career, Manohar Singh Gill Ji received several accolades and honors for his outstanding service to the nation. In 2007, he was bestowed with the prestigious Padma Vibhushan, the second-highest civilian award in India, recognizing his exceptional contributions.
Gill Ji’s demise leaves a void that will be difficult to fill. His legacy as a visionary leader, a passionate sports enthusiast, and a champion of electoral integrity will continue to inspire generations to come. His contributions have left an indelible impact on the nation, and his loss will be deeply felt by all who had the privilege of knowing him.
At the time of this reporting, the cause of Shri Manohar Singh Gill Ji’s death is not yet known. The nation mourns the loss of a remarkable individual whose life and work will be cherished forever.
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Extremely saddened at the passing away of Former Union Minister, Padma Vibhushan, Shri Manohar Singh Gill Ji. As a valued colleague in the UPA Govt and earlier as a civil servant, his contributions to development of the nation in varied fields like sports, electoral processes… twitter.com/i/web/status/1…