Meghalaya: TT nationals kicks off with condolence prayer for Vishwa

Shillong: It was supposed to be a joyous moment for Meghalaya and athletes gathered from across the nation. For the second time in its history, Meghalaya was playing host to the 83rd Senior National Table Tennis Championship. But the tournament got off to a tragic start after the shocking death of 18-year-old Vishwa Deenadayalan in a road accident on the way to Shillong. 

The state government, led by Sports minister Banteidor Lyngdoh, condoled the untimely demise of Vishwa Deenadayalan, a TT player from Tamil Nadu. A two-minute silence was observed on the inaugural day to pay tribute to the young Tamil Nadu player. Lyngdoh read out the condolence message on behalf of the Government of Meghalaya. 

“With profound grief and sorrow we deeply mourn the sudden demise of Vishwa Deenadayalan of Tamil Nadu who met with a tragic accident on Sunday at Ri Bhoi District while on his way to Shillong to participate in the 83rd Senior National Table Tennis Championship,” the minister said.