Nirmal Saini
Nirmal Kaur Saini was a prominent figure in Indian sports , known for her achievements in volleyball and her role as the wife of legendary athlete Milkha Singh . Born on 8 October 1938 in Sheikhupura, Punjab (now part of Pakistan), Nirmal Kaur Saini had a remarkable career as a volleyball player. eventually becoming the captain of the India women's national volleyball team .
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| Nirmal Kaur Saini was a prominent figure in Indian sports, known for her achievements in volleyball and her role as the wife of legendary athlete Milkha Singh . |
After completing her education, Nirmal Kaur Saini served as the Director of Sports for Women in the State Department, showcasing her dedication to promoting sports among women in India . She graduated from Panjab University with a master's degree in Political Science in 1958, demonstrating her commitment to both academics and sports .
In her personal life, Nirmal Kaur Saini married Milkha Singh, another iconic figure in Indian sports . Together, they had three daughters and one son, Jeev Milkha Singh, who followed in his parents' footsteps and became a successful golfer . In 1999, the couple adopted the seven-year-old son of Havildar Bikram Singh, who had tragically passed away in the Battle of Tiger Hill .
Tragically, Nirmal Kaur Saini passed away on 13 June 2021 in Mohali, due to complications from COVID-19 . Her husband Milkha Singh also succumbed to the virus just five days later, marking a devastating loss for the Indian sports community .
Nirmal Kaur Saini's contributions to Indian sports, both as a player and as an advocate for women's sports, will always be remembered and cherished . She leaves behind a legacy of strength, passion and dedication inspiring generations of athletes to follow in her footsteps . Her memory will continue to live on in the hearts of those who knew and admired her .
