Suresh Kalmadi passes away at 81 in Pune; funeral today
Suresh Kalmadi passes away at 81 in Pune; funeral today
Former Union minister Suresh Kalmadi dies in Pune after a long illness, leaving a debated legacy in sports administration and Indian politics.
Former Union minister Suresh Kalmadi died in Pune on a day after a prolonged illness at the age of 81.
A veteran politician and sports administrator, Kalmadi served as Union Minister of State for Railways and led the Indian Olympic Association as its president, guiding India's sports diplomacy for years.
His career brought both notable contributions and controversy, notably around the 2010 Commonwealth Games.
His mortal remains will be available for public viewing before cremation, with funeral arrangements in Pune.
