Manmohan Singh had to confide in APJ Kalam to convince opposition for nuclear deal, says Montek Ahluwalia

Economist Montek Singh Ahluwalia highlights Manmohan Singh's efforts to secure the Indo-US nuclear deal. Singh persuaded opposition leaders and leveraged his US relations to lift sanctions. Ahluwalia also credits Singh for bringing millions out of poverty and achieving significant economic growth during his tenure. Former PM Vajpayee also laid groundwork post-Pokhran-II explosion.