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Sad news: Himachal’s first international football player Bhupendra Singh Rawat’s sudden death at the age of 84 in Surat has caused a wave of mourning among football lovers
Bhupinder Singh Rawat was the first Himachali footballer to represent India in football.
Nahan, June 30: This is a very heartbreaking news for the sports lovers of Himachal Pradesh. Bhupinder Singh Rawat, the best football player of his era, has died suddenly at the age of 84.
Bhupinder Singh Rawat belonged to Nahan Cantonment and was initially in the army. He represented the Gorkha Brigade and later played for the Mafatlal Football Club.
Bhupinder Singh Rawat was the first Himachali footballer to represent India in football.
Bhupinder Singh Rawat later settled in Surat, Gujarat. Bhupinder Singh Rawat died on Saturday. Bhupinder Singh Rawat’s last rites are being performed in Surat on Sunday.
The sudden death of Bhupinder Singh Rawat has sent a wave of mourning among football lovers.
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In its era, Nahan city had a distinct identity in the entire country for football. Rakesh Football Memorial Tournament had created a special identity in India, but the organization of this tournament stopped decades ago. Teams like Mohun Bagan also used to come to Nahan to play football, but gradually Nahan city lost its identity in football.
Bhupinder Singh Rawat’s contribution to football was important not only for Himachal Pradesh but for the entire Indian football. His sports skills and dedication made him an inspiration.
The football world has suffered a great loss with the demise of Bhupinder Singh Rawat.
The memories of Bhupinder Singh Rawat and his contribution to the game and service to the country will always remain alive.
This is a sad time for the people of Himachal Pradesh and football lovers, but the legacy of Bhupinder Singh Rawat will always remain in their hearts.
