Dingko Singh, Asian Games Gold Medallist Boxer, dies at 42
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Dingko Singh, Asian Games Gold Medallist Boxer, dies at 42

June 10, 2021

New Delhi: Asian Games gold medal-winning former boxer Dingko Singh passed away today (June 10) after a long battle with liver cancer. He was 42 and had been fighting the disease since 2017.

“I’m deeply saddened by the demise of Shri Dingko Singh. One of the finest boxers India has ever produced, Dinko’s gold medal at 1998 Bangkok Asian Games sparked the Boxing chain reaction in India. I extend my sincere condolences to the bereaved family. RIP Dinko,” Sports Minister Kiren Rijiju tweeted.

“My sincerest condolences on this loss May his life’s journey & struggle forever remain a source inspiration for the upcoming generations. I pray that the bereaved family finds the strength to overcome this period of grief & mourning #dinkosingh,” tweeted India’s first Olympic-medallist in boxing Vijender Singh. 

Manipur-based Dingko won the Asian Games gold in 1998 and was bestowed the Arjuna Award the same year. In 2013, he was honoured with the Padma Shri for his contribution to the sport. 

Dingko, who was employed with Navy, had taken to coaching after hanging up his gloves.

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