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He said that he was the world\u2019s oldest runner who had brought glory to the Sikh community worldwide through marathon races.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>The Minister said that Fauja Singh Ji will always remain in our memories. He prayed to God to grant the departed soul a place at His feet and to give the family the strength to bear the loss.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>It is worth mentioning that yesterday, in a road accident, S. Fauja Singh died. 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