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Time of India
an hour ago
- Sport
- Time of India
'He inspired youth on fitness': PM Modi pays tribute to marathon runner Fauja Singh; calls him 'extraordinary'
Fauja Singh (Photo: X) NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday paid tribute to veteran marathon runner Fauja Singh, 114, who was killed in a road accident in Punjab. "Fauja Singh Ji was extraordinary because of his unique persona and the manner in which he inspired the youth of India on a very important topic of fitness. He was an exceptional athlete with incredible determination. Pained by his passing away. My thoughts are with his family and countless admirers around the world," PM Modi wrote on X. Modi X post Singh, who was born on April 1, 1911, was an amateur runner in his young days, but later gave it up. He began running again to overcome grief after the death of his fifth son, Kuldip Singh, in August 1994, when he was already 83 years old. However, it was only in 2000, when Singh, then aged 89, took up running seriously. He completed the London Marathon the same year and shot to fame. In October 2011, he became the oldest person to complete a full marathon, by finishing the 2011 Toronto Waterfront Marathon at the age of 100. A British national, Singh was also known as the "Turbaned Tornado."
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Business Standard
an hour ago
- Politics
- Business Standard
Case registered under relevant sections following Fauja Singh's death
A case was registered under relevant sections following the death of marathoner Fauja Singh, who died in a tragic road accident at the age of 114 in his ancestral village in Punjab's Jalandhar district, stated officials. Thana Incharge HP Preet Singh, while speaking to ANI, further stated that all CCTV cameras near the site of the accident were being checked. "We received information that Fauja Singh has died. We have come to the have registered a case under the relevant accident happened on the main road near Beas city. We are checking the CCTVs," Singh told ANI. The marathoner fondly remembered as 'Turbaned Tornado' broke records and inspired generations with every stride he took. Heartfelt tributes have flooded in following his death. Gulab Chand Kataria, Governor of Punjab, expressed his grief on 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. Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) member, Daljit S Cheema, also expressed his condolences. "Saddened to learn about the passing away of legendary athlete Sardar Fauja Singh at the age of 114 in an accident today. A global icon of endurance and inspiration, he proved that age is no barrier. His life and legacy will continue to motivate generations," he 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. (Only the headline and picture of this report may have been reworked by the Business Standard staff; the rest of the content is auto-generated from a syndicated feed.)
New Straits Times
an hour ago
- Sport
- New Straits Times
World's oldest marathoner, 114, killed in hit-and-run
KUALA LUMPUR: World-renowned British Sikh marathon runner Fauja Singh has died at the age of 114. According to the New York Times, Fauja, who was famously known as the 'Turbaned Tornado' died on Monday after he was struck by a car during his daily walk in his home village of Beas Pind in Punjab, India, where he had resided since the pandemic. Fauja, who was born on April 1, 1911, rose to global fame in 2011 when he delivered one of the most remarkable athletic performances in history at the age of 100. At a track meet in Toronto, he set eight world records in the 95+ age category, in events ranging from 100 metres to 5,000 metres. Just three days later, he completed the Toronto Waterfront Marathon in 8 hours and 25 minutes, becoming the first reputed centenarian to finish a full 42.2km race. Although his records were not officially recognised due to the absence of a birth certificate — a common issue for those born in rural British India — many officials and supporters regarded his feats as genuine. Fauja began running competitively in his 80s after a series of personal tragedies, including the death of his wife and children. According to his coach, Harmander Singh, running gave him a new purpose and healing, thus giving him a reason to live. Singh went on to run marathons in London, New York, and Toronto, and became the face of an international Adidas campaign. Even after retiring from competition in 2013, he continued to walk up to 16km a day in Ilford, East London. He credited his longevity to a vegetarian diet, regular physical activity, and abstaining from alcohol and tobacco. His story inspired a generation and was later immortalised in the children's book Fauja Singh Keeps Going (2020), believed to be the first mainstream picture book to centre on a Sikh character. Though his achievements were never officially recognised by Guinness World Records, Fauja received birthday greetings from Queen Elizabeth II on both his 100th and 105th birthdays. Fauja had also twice participated in the Chardikala Run, a spiritual and athletic event held at Gurdwara Sahib Petaling Jaya in Malaysia. Singh's presence at the event, not once but twice, deeply moved local communities and organisers. In a Facebook post, the organisers expressed their gratitude for Singh's participation, describing him as a perfect embodiment of the run's message — spiritual optimism, resilience, and service through action.
Time of India
an hour ago
- Sport
- Time of India
Who was Fauja Singh? The 114-year-old, nicknamed Turbaned Tornado, dies in road accident in Punjab
114-yr-old veteran marathon runner Fauja Singh dies in road accident in Jalandhar Fauja Singh, the world's oldest marathon runner and British Sikh athlete of Indian origin, passed away at age 114 after being struck by a car in his native village in Punjab on July 14. He was struck by a speeding vehicle as he took a walk outside his home in Beas village. While walking on the berm of Jalandhar-Pathankot highway, he was hit by the unidentified vehicle at around 3.30pm, his son Harbinder Singh said. The family took him to a nearby hospital, but he died around 8pm. Known as the "Turbaned Tornado," Singh began his running career at age 89 to cope with grief and went on to set numerous age-group world records, including becoming the first centenarian to complete a marathon. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! Who was Fauja Singh? Fauja Singh died in a hit-and-run case in Punjab. Born on April 1, 1911, in Beas Pind, Jalandhar, Punjab, Singh overcame early physical challenges, being unable to walk until age five due to weak legs. He worked as a farmer in Punjab before moving to East London in 1992 following his wife's death. Singh's remarkable running journey began in 1994 after the death of his fifth son, Kuldip. He initially took up jogging to manage his grief, but it wasn't until 2000, at age 89, that he seriously pursued running, completing the London Marathon in 6 hours and 54 minutes. In 2011, at age 100, Singh achieved an extraordinary feat by breaking eight world age-group records in a single day at the Ontario Masters Association Fauja Singh Invitational Meet in Toronto. His records included completing 100m in 23.14 seconds, 200m in 52.23 seconds, and 400m in 2:13.48. Three days after setting these records, Singh became the first centenarian to complete a marathon, finishing the Toronto Waterfront Marathon in 8 hours, 11 minutes, and 6 seconds. Despite this achievement, Guinness World Records did not recognise the feat due to the absence of a birth certificate, as official records were not maintained in India in 1911. Throughout his running career, Singh participated in numerous marathons worldwide, including events in London, New York, Toronto, and Mumbai. His personal best came at the 2003 Toronto Waterfront Marathon, which he completed in five hours and 40 minutes in the 'over 90' category. Legendary marathon runner Fauja Singh dies at 114 in road accident. (ANI) Singh's achievements extended beyond running records. He became the first non-American to receive the Ellis Island Medal of Honor in 2003 for promoting racial tolerance. He was awarded the Pride of India title in 2011 and appeared in advertising campaigns alongside David Beckham and Muhammad Ali. A biography titled "Turbaned Tornado," written by Chandigarh-based columnist Khushwant Singh, was published on July 7, 2011. In 2021, a biopic titled "Fauja," directed by Omung Kumar B, was announced. Singh retired from competitive running at age 101 after completing his final race, a 10km run in Hong Kong, in 1 hour 32 minutes and 28 seconds. He served as a torchbearer for the 2012 London Olympics and received recognition from Queen Elizabeth II, who personally congratulated him on his 100th birthday. Throughout his running career, Singh was supported by his personal trainer Harminder Singh and used his platform to raise funds for various charities while promoting Sikh culture globally. A vegetarian, he was also the oldest person to feature in a PETA campaign. For real-time updates, scores, and highlights, follow our live coverage of the India vs England Test match here. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
India Gazette
2 hours ago
- Politics
- India Gazette
"Symbol of unbreakable spirit": Delhi Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa mourns loss of marathoner Fauja Singh
New Delhi [India], July 15 (ANI): Delhi Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa mourned the loss of legendary marathoner Fauja Singh, fondly remembered as the 'Turbaned Tornado,' who passed away on Monday at the age of 114 in a tragic road accident in his ancestral village in Punjab's Jalandhar district. 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. 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)
