GG News Bureau
New Delhi, 19th June. The Prime Minister, Narendra Modi has expressed deep grief over the passing away of legendary athlete Milkha Singh, who was popularly known as flying Sikh. PM Modi described him as a colossal sportsperson who captured the nation’s imagination and had a special place in the hearts of countless Indians.
In a series of tweets, the Prime Minister said, “In the passing away of Shri Milkha Singh Ji, we have lost a colossal sportsperson, who captured the nation’s imagination and had a special place in the hearts of countless Indians. His inspiring personality endeared himself to millions. Anguished by his passing away.
I had spoken to Shri Milkha Singh Ji just a few days ago. Little did I know that it would be our last conversation. Several budding athletes will derive strength from his life journey. My condolences to his family and many admirers all over the world.”
In the passing away of Shri Milkha Singh Ji, we have lost a colossal sportsperson, who captured the nation’s imagination and had a special place in the hearts of countless Indians. His inspiring personality endeared himself to millions. Anguished by his passing away. pic.twitter.com/h99RNbXI28
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) June 18, 2021
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