Legendary squash player and Arjuna awardee Raj Manchanda passes away at 79

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Category : Obituaries Published on: December 05 2024

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India's legendary squash player Raj Manchanda passed away at the age of 79.
Raj Manchanda, a six-time national squash champion and Arjuna awardee, led India from 1977 to 1982 and won an unprecedented 11 titles for the Army.
Manchanda represented India in Asian Championships and international tournaments and made headlines in 1981 when he faced the legendary Jahangir Khan at the Asian Championships.

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Legendary squash player and Arjuna awardee Raj Manchanda passes away at 79