‘Void that can never be filled': PM Narendra Modi on loss; writes to marathoner's son
Narendra Modi
, in his letter addressed to Fauja Singh's son Harvinder Singh, said his loss left behind a void that could never be filled.
The letter was brought to Jalandhar by Mohali-based Deep Shergill.
The letter addressed to Fauja Singh's son, Harvinder Singh, was sent by the PM's office to Deep's brother, Harshdeep Singh Shergill.
In his letter, the PM wrote: "An extraordinary personality, Shri Fauja Singh Ji inspired one and all, particularly India's youth, to make fitness an integral part of their daily life. His unwavering determination and remarkable achievements as an athlete truly set him apart." "Widely known as the oldest marathon runner, Fauja Singh Ji became the first centenarian to complete the marathon successfully. That he took up long-distance running at a very advanced age speaks volumes not only for his physical fitness but, more importantly, his mental strength and resilience," added the letter.
The PM concluded the letter by expressing his "deepest condolences": "May Waheguru grant you the strength and fortitude to endure the grievous loss."
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