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Indian badminton great Nandu Natekar passes away at age 88

Born in Sangli in western Maharashtra, Natekar won over 100 national and international titles in a career spanning over 15 years. He was also conferred with the prestigious Arjuna Award in 1961

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Photo for representational purpose. Picture Courtesy/iStock

Photo for representational purpose. Picture Courtesy/iStock

Legendary badminton player Nandu Natekar, the first Indian to win an international title in 1956, died here on Wednesday.

The 88-year-old, who won over 100 national and international titles in his career, was suffering from age-related ailments.

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