New Delhi, January 29: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday condoled the passing away of social worker and Padma Shri awardee Baba Iqbal Singh and said he will be remembered for his efforts to increase education among youngsters.

"Pained by the passing away of Baba Iqbal Singh Ji. He will be remembered for his efforts to increase education among youngsters," Modi tweeted. Singh tirelessly worked towards furthering social empowerment, he said. Baba Iqbal Singh, Akal Academies Founder and Padma Shri Awardee, Dies at 96 in Himachal Pradesh.

"My thoughts are with his family and admirers in this sad hour. May Waheguru bless his soul," the prime minister said.

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