courtesy: indiatoday
The legendary Indian sprinter Milkha Singh took his last breaths on late Friday, June 18, after battling for a month long from COVID-19, a family member mentioned. The 91-year-old was tested negative for COVID-19 after a strong fight on Wednesday.
Prime Minister, Narendra Modi took to twitter to offer condolences on the demise of the “Flying Sikh”.
The PM in his tweet wrote, “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 him to millions. Anguished by his passing away.”
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
He also mentioned earlier how he wasn’t aware about their conversation being the last one they ever had. Narendra Modi said, “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.”
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.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) June 18, 2021
The Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh also took to twitter to offer condolences.
Deeply saddened by the demise of India's pride,legendary 'The Flying Sikh' Milkha Singh Ji. My condolences to his family & fans. He will be remembered for his phenomenal grit & perseverance to bring glory to our nation. He will always remain an inspiration to all of us. Om Shanti
— Shivraj Singh Chouhan (@ChouhanShivraj) June 18, 2021
The Environment minister also gave his condolences via twitter.
Sad to hear about the passing away of legendary Indian sprinter Sardar #MilkhaSingh . He will always remain an inspiration for all. Om Shanti pic.twitter.com/unms0yfOoV
— Prakash Javadekar (@PrakashJavdekar) June 18, 2021
And many other news agencies, sports agencies, politicians and others gave their condolences on the demise of the legendary Milkha Singh.
Legends Never Die!!! The 'Flying Sikh' #MilkhaSingh ji Our hero ✨ has, sadly, completed his final lap, RIP 🙏
Fly safe, #MilkhaSingh . 🙏🏾 pic.twitter.com/u3xt4U5ogo— Impreet Singh Bakshi ਇਮਪ੍ਰੀਤ ਸਿੰਘ ਬਖ਼ਸ਼ੀ (@impreetsbakshi) June 18, 2021
Deeply pained to learn about the passing of 'The Flying Sikh' Shri #MilkhaSingh Ji. The legendary athlete made India proud with his sporting achievements & his legacy will continue to be one of the most inspiring stories in Indian sports. May his soul rest in eternal peace 🙏🏻 pic.twitter.com/Jx9bzwqGsO
— Praful Patel (@praful_patel) June 18, 2021