Social media is flooded with condolence messages since the news of the demise of track legend Milkha Singh broke. Veteran Bollywood celebrities also expressed grief on the passing away of the legend. Singh, who was 91 when he breathed his last, passed away at 11:30 pm on Friday in Chandigarh. He had tested positive for Covid-19 in May this year. Calling him 'the pride of India', Megastar Amitabh Bachchan tweeted, "In grief .. Milkha Singh passes away .. the pride of India .. a great athlete .. a greater human .. Waheguru di Mehr .. prayers."

Veteran star Anupam Kher also penned a heartfelt tribute for the former Indian sprinter on his Twitter handle that read, "You think you are Milkha Singh?" When a person becomes a phrase, it becomes a symbol of his greatness. I had the privilege of meeting Milkha Singh ji a couple of times. Very few people get such generosity. He is a symbol of inspiration for every age. were and will be. om Shanti!"