Milkha Singh Dies Due To Post-Covid Complications, PM Modi Leads Tributes | Other Sports News

By Adam D Anglo On Jun 19, 2021

PM Modi Leads Tributes As India Mourns "Colossal" Milkha Singh

Milkha Singh died at the age of 91.© Twitter/RCB

Legendary sprinter Milkha Singh died late on Friday night due to post-Covid complications. Prime Minister Narendra Modi was among the first to pay tribute to the ‘Flying Sikh’. “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. Several other tributes also poured in for Milkha Singh from politicians, sportspersons, industrialists and others.

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

Milkha Singh had tested positive for COVID-19 and then suffered “Covid pneumonia”. Then after testing negative, he was being treated for post-Covid complications.

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