Tributes Pour in for Legendary Athlete Milkha Singh on His Death Anniversary

New Delhi, June 18: Renowned Indian athlete Milkha Singh, famously known as the “Flying Sikh,” was honored by leaders across the nation on his death anniversary.

Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari paid tribute to Milkha Singh on the social media platform X, stating, “On the death anniversary of Padma Shri Milkha Singh Ji, I offer my humble respects.”

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath also took to X, writing, “A humble tribute on the death anniversary of the unparalleled pride of Indian sports, the epitome of discipline and extraordinary speed, ‘Flying Sikh’ Padma Shri Milkha Singh. Your unwavering dedication and relentless hard work will always inspire the youth.”

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav shared on X, “A humble tribute to ‘Flying Sikh’ Padma Shri Milkha Singh Ji on his death anniversary. He transformed struggles into strength and turned dreams into achievements. His sportsmanship, discipline, and focus brought glory to Mother India on the global stage. The sports world will always draw inspiration from him.”

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta expressed, “On the death anniversary of the pride of Indian sports, Padma Shri ‘Flying Sikh’ Milkha Singh Ji, I offer my humble tribute. Each chapter of his life, battling adverse circumstances to elevate India’s reputation globally, symbolizes patience, discipline, and unwavering resolve. His dedication to sports and the nation will continue to inspire future generations.”

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami wrote on X, “A million salutations on the death anniversary of the great runner ‘Flying Sikh’ Milkha Singh Ji, who brought honor to India on the world stage. Your inspiring life journey and exceptional sports talent serve as a beacon for millions of youth in the country.”

Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma remarked on X, “A humble tribute to the great runner, Padma Shri ‘Flying Sikh’ Milkha Singh Ji, who gave Indian athletics a new identity on the global stage. His struggles, discipline, and unique achievements will always inspire the youth and athletes of the nation to strive for excellence.”