Milkha Singh National Holiday Jun 2026

Born on November 20, 1935, in Govindpura, a small village in the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, Milkha Singh's life was marked by hardship and struggle. His family was forced to migrate to India during the partition, and they faced immense difficulties in rebuilding their lives. Despite these challenges, Milkha Singh found solace in sports, particularly athletics. He began training at a local sports club, where his natural talent and dedication quickly caught the attention of coaches and selectors.