Punjab Chief Minister Captain Amarinder Singh and his Haryana counterpart Manohar Lal Khattar on Saturday expressed their condolences over the demise of 91-year-old track legend Milkha Singh due to post-Covid-19 complications. Punjab Chief Minister took to Twitter and said the death of the legendry sprinter marks the end of an era and India and Punjab are poorer today. "Upset and saddened to hear of Milkha Singh Ji's demise. It marks the end of an era and India and Punjab are poorer today. My condolences to the bereaved family and millions of fans. The legend of the Flying Sikh will reverberate for generations to come. Rest in peace Sir!" tweeted Singh.

While mourning the demise of Milkha Singh, Khattar said 'Flying Sikh' will always live in the hearts of Indians. "India has lost a star. Milkha Singh Ji has left us, but he will always inspire every Indian to shine for the country. 'Flying Sikh' will always live in the hearts of Indians. I pray to God for the peace of the pious soul. Humble tribute," Haryana CM tweeted. Singh passed away at 11.30 pm on Friday night at the age of 91. He had tested positive for Covid-19 in May this year.