Padma Shri Milkha Singh, the great athlete and legendary sprinter has passed away on 18-06-2021. He was battling Covid 19 for the last one month and the end came in a Chandigarh hospital. He was 91 and his wife had died just a few days ago, also due to Covid-19 complications. Milkha Singh, nicknamed “Flying Sikh” has won many medals for India and he reached 4th place in the 1960 Rome Olympics. He was a source of inspiration for many atheletes.
AIBDPA pays respectful homage to Shri. Milkha Singh and conveys heartfelt condolences to his family and friends.
!["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," PM Modi tweeted.(HT Photo)](https://images.hindustantimes.com/img/2021/06/18/550x309/_ae659a02-a2a5-11e7-84eb-85ab3d3e2a90_1624044386821.jpg)