MUMBAI: Former Indian professional footballer Bhaichung Bhutia, who has won the hearts of sports lover with his amazing sporting skills, has shared an unmissable throwback picture.

Bhaichung, who is considered the torchbearer of Indian football in the international arena, is quite active on social media. He regularly posts pictures to update his fans and followers about his whereabouts. His latest post sees him sharing the frame with none other than Former President of India Pratibha Devisingh Patil.

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The footballer has recalled the day when he was bestowed with the prestigious Padma Shri Award. Sharing the classic picture, Bhaichung wrote, “The then President, Smt. Pratibha Devisingh Patil presenting the Padma Shri Award at Rashtrapati Bhavan, in New Delhi May 10, 2008”

Take a look at his post right here.  

 

 

 

 

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A post shared by Bhaichung Bhutia (@bhaichung15)

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Bhaichung Bhutia’s contribution in the field of football is immense. He is considered the torchbearer of Indian football in the international arena. He has a football stadium named after him. Also, according to the latest media reports, he will launch a soccer academy in Siliguri.

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