"Symbol of unbreakable spirit": Delhi Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa mourns loss of marathoner Fauja Singh
In a post on X, the Delhi minister on Monday remarked that at 114 years old, Singh demonstrated that age is merely a number.
'Deeply saddened by the passing of Fauja Singh ji, a symbol of unbreakable spirit, resilience, and timeless inspiration. At 114, he proved that age is just a number and purpose knows no limits. A legend not just in running, but in life. Rest in power, sir,' Sirsa said in a post on X.
https://x.com/mssirsa/status/1944814561200054743
Heartfelt tributes have flooded in, honouring a man who defied age, broke records, and inspired generations with every stride he took.
Earlier, Gulab Chand Kataria, Governor of Punjab, expressed his grief at the demise of the legendary marathoner.
'Deeply saddened by the passing of Sardar Fauja Singh Ji, the legendary marathon runner and an enduring symbol of resilience and hope. Even at the age of 114, he continued to inspire generations with his strength and commitment. I had the honour of walking alongside him during the two-day 'Nasha Mukt--Rangla Punjab' march from his village, Beas, district Jalandhar, in December 2024. Even then, his presence infused the movement with unparalleled energy and spirit,' the governor said.
His legacy, however, will forever live on in the hearts of those fighting for a healthier and drug-free Punjab, he added.
Former Punjab CM and BJP leader Captain Amarinder Singh also expressed condolences on the demise of Fauja Singh.
He took to X to express his condolences, saying that Singh's extraordinary life and unwavering spirit will continue to inspire generations.
'Deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Fauja Singh Ji, the legendary marathon runner, at the age of 114 in a tragic road accident. His extraordinary life and unwavering spirit will continue to inspire generations,' the former Punjab CM said.
Fauja Singh, popularly known as the 'Sikh Superman,' stunned the world by shattering several records as a marathon runner in multiple age brackets. Since making his debut at the London Marathon in 2000 at the age of 89, Singh has completed it six more times and has also finished marathons in Toronto, New York, and several more cities. (ANI)
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