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ISLAMABAD
Union Sports Minister Kiren Rijiju has said that those who have dedicated their life to the sport and representing the nation at international events should be respected in the same way as those who win medals.
Speaking at the virtual farewell organised by the Athletics Federation of India (AFI) for former athletics chief coach Bahadur Singh, Rijiju said that while the central government is willing to support any athlete that has represented India at international meets, he hopes the state governments similarly lend a helping hand.
“It is important that athletes get respect,” said Rijiju.
