Former External Affairs Minister K. Natwar Singh has passed away at the age of 93 after a prolonged illness, family sources confirmed on Sunday. Singh breathed his last at Medanta Hospital in Gurugram, where he had been receiving treatment for the past few weeks.A family member stated, His son is currently at the hospital, and many other family members are arriving in Delhi from his native state for the last rites, which are planned to be held in the capital. He had not been in good health for some time. The source added that Singh passed away late Saturday night.A distinguished career in diplomacy and politicsNatwar Singh, a former Congress MP, served as Indias External Affairs Minister from 2004 to 2005 during the UPA-I government led by then-Prime Minister Manmohan Singh. Born in 1931 in Bharatpur district of Rajasthan, Singh was a seasoned diplomat who transitioned into a successful political career, bringing a wealth of experience in foreign affairs.पूर्व विदेश मंत्री नटवर सिंह जी के निधन का समाचार दुखद है ।ईश्वर उनके परिजनों को यह क्षति सहने की शक्ति दे और दिवंगत आत्मा को सदगति प्रदान करें। pic.twitter.com/WAP3HQJlgF— Randeep Singh Surjewala (@rssurjewala) August 10, 2024An acclaimed author and recipient of Padma BhushanSingh was also a prolific author, penning several books on various topics, including diplomacy and Indian history. Notable works include The Legacy of Nehru: A Memorial Tribute and My China Diary 1956-88. His autobiography, One Life is Not Enough, offers a deep insight into his life and career. In recognition of his service to the nation, Singh was awarded the Padma Bhushan in 1984.
