Former Prime Minister of the country, Dr. Manmohan Singh said goodbye to this world on the night of 26 December. He was 92 years old. He had served as Prime Minister twice. Let us tell you how the last rites of a former Prime Minister are performed after his death? What is the protocol at his funeral?
According to the information, special state protocol is followed during the funeral of the former Prime Minister in India. Its purpose is to honor his contribution towards the country and the dignity of his position.
The body is wrapped in the national flag
Let us tell you that before the funeral, the mortal remains of the former Prime Minister are wrapped in the national flag of India i.e. the tricolor. Apart from this, he is also given a 21-gun salute during the funeral. In fact, this salute is considered a symbol of the highest level of state honour.
Government declares mourning
National mourning is declared on the death of the former Prime Minister. This announcement can be for one day to seven days. During this time the national flag is lowered to half mast. At the same time, no official functions or entertainment programs are organized.
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The last journey is carried out in a special way
Let us tell you that during the last visit of the former Prime Minister, security and protocol are followed very strictly. From the general public to dignitaries and politicians participate in his last journey. Apart from this, military bands and armed forces personnel also participate in the last journey and perform traditional march.
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Cremation may take place at a special place
The last rites of former Prime Ministers of the country are performed at special memorial sites in Delhi. For example, the last rites of Jawahar Lal Nehru, Indira Gandhi and Rajiv Gandhi were performed in the Rajghat complex. At the same time, a separate mausoleum is also built for many former Prime Ministers. However, the method of funeral depends on the religious beliefs of the deceased person and his family. Usually the last rites of former Prime Ministers take place in Delhi, but in many cases this process can also take place in the home state of the person concerned. The President, Vice President, Prime Minister, Cabinet Ministers and other dignitaries of the country are present at his funeral. Apart from this, heads of state of other countries or their representatives can also come to pay tribute.
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