Senior Congress leaders greeted former prime minister Manmohan Singh as he turned 89 on Sunday.
The Congress tweeted from its official handle that Manmohan Singh is a visionary and devoted patriot who is cherished by the entire nation.
In a Facebook post, Rahul Gandhi wrote that the former prime minister is fearless and brilliant with a great understanding of the issues the country has been facing.
Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot, Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel, senior leaders Sachin Pilot, Mukul Wasnik, Salman Khurshid, among others, also wished him on his birthday.
The renowned economist, credited with bringing in sweeping reforms in the 1990s, was prime minister for 10 years from 2004-2014.