Four-time Asian Games gold medallist Milkha Singh passed away due to Coronavirus. A couple of days back was shifted out of COVID-ICU after testing negative for the virus.
According to the reports, the legend passed away due to post Covid complications at the Postgraduate Institute of medical education and research Hospital (PGIMER) on Friday.
Milkha Singh’s son and legendary golfer Jeev Milkha Singh confirmed the news to TOI over a text he wrote “Dad just passed away”. Milkha Singh was contracted to COVID-9 on May 19. He was later admitted to Covid ICU.
Previously, 90-year old’s wife Nirmal Kaur passed away battling Covid in a hospital in Mohali.
Bollywood pays tribute to the legend.
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— Farhan Akhtar (@FarOutAkhtar) June 19, 2021
T 3940 – In grief .. Milkha Singh passes away .. the pride of India .. a great athlete .. a greater human ..
Waheguru di Mehr .. prayers 🙏🙏— Amitabh Bachchan (@SrBachchan) June 19, 2021
Padma Shri Dingko Singh was one of the finest boxers, an award winning sports person who's brought glory to our nation several times. He will always remain a source of inspiration for the young generations.
My sincere condolences to his dear ones. May his soul rest in peace 🙏🏼— Shahid Kapoor (@shahidkapoor) June 10, 2021
Warm and welcoming, you made our first meeting so so special. I have been inspired by your excellence, touched by your humility, influenced by your contribution to our country. Om Shanti #Milkha ji. Sending love and prayers to the family. #MilkhaSingh
— PRIYANKA (@priyankachopra) June 18, 2021
Warm and welcoming, you made our first meeting so so special. I have been inspired by your excellence, touched by your humility, influenced by your contribution to our country. Om Shanti #Milkha ji. Sending love and prayers to the family. #MilkhaSingh
— PRIYANKA (@priyankachopra) June 18, 2021
Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi and President Ram Nath Kovind also Twitted.
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
The passing of sporting icon Milkha Singh fills my heart with grief. The story of his struggles and strength of character will continue to inspire generations of Indians. My deepest condolences to his family members, and countless admirers.
— President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) June 18, 2021
The Padma Shri awardee and gold medallist in the 1958 Commonwealth Games Milkha Singh will always be remembered for his greatest performances and for making India proud.
