Nagpur: Terming Sanjay ‘Bhau’ Kane as a tapaswi in the field of sports, Union Minister Nitin Gadkari felicitated the noted athletics coach of the region as he turned 75 on Sunday.
Nav Maharashtra Krida Mandal had organised the felicitation function of Dadoji Konddev Awardee (Maharashtra’s highest honour for a coach) Bhau Kane at DD Nagar School ground in Mahal on Sunday evening. Gadkari honoured Bhau with a floral bouquet, a citation and a pagdi.
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Yogacharya Rambhau Khandve of Janardan Swami Yogabhyasi Mandal and MLC Pravin Datke were present on the dais. “As saints devote their life attaining the ideals, Bhau has devoted his entire life to sports and sportspersons. He is a tapaswi in the field of sports. I have seen Bhau’s life from close quarters. He has always given priority to sports, sportspersons and grounds over family life. After leaving State Bank’s job, Bhau has helped in the making of many decorated athletes,” Gadkari said.
“Many have made their names at international levels. Till now, Bhau has made players and I request him to spend time making coaches,” said Gadkari while addressing the gathering. Gadkari also informed the gathering about Bhau’s contribution in education, social, spiritual and religious fields. Gadkari also expected that about a lakh players must turn out daily at over 350 grounds that have been made by the authority.
