The Prime Minister, Dr. Manmohan Singh has expressed sorrow over the demise of former Chief Minister, Assam, Shri Sarat Chandra Sinha.

In a message, Dr. Singh said that in Shri Sarat Chandra Sinha's death, the country has lost a great leader who contributed to the development of Assam in his long and distinguished career in public life. The Prime Minister conveyed his condolences to members of the bereaved family.