Pittalanka (Andhra Pradesh): In general, participating in the running competition at the age of 85 years is somewhat a rarity. At this age where staying fit and healthy for people becomes a tough task, 85-year-old Chinta Ramaswamy from Pittalanka village of Krishna district is participating in national and state competitions and bagging tons of medals surprising the youngsters.
''I am facing a financial crisis at present due to which I cannot afford to participate in all the national and state-wide competitions. I am waiting for donors to help me so that I can participate in not only in national but international competitions too. I want to make India proud'', Ramaswamy said.
Born on February 3 in 1935, Chinta Ramaswamy joined the military at the age of 19. He had also served as ASI in the Police Department.
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Ramaswamy said,'' I did not stop after my retirement and continued my career as an athlete. I also do farming on my small land. I have always maintained my diet and had no bad habits from an early age''.
A lover of games, Ramaswamy secured the third position in 100 meters race and gold in 5 km running race in Manipur. Encouraging the villagers, he said that everyone should participate in running competitions and maintain a healthy routine. Villagers are also drawing inspiration from this old man who is setting an example to keep up his passion irrespective of all odds.
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