27th October, 2003
Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports  


SHRI VIKRAM VERMA CONDOLES THE DEATH OF COLONEL HEMU ADHIKARI


Shri Vikram Verma, Union Minister of Youth Affairs & Sports has condoled the sad demise of Colonel Hemu Adhikari, legendary cricketer on 25th October, 2003.

In his message he has said that Shri Adhikari is remembered for his courageous, stylish and dashing performance in the sport of cricket. May God give his family the strength to bear this great loss with courage and fortitude.