Remembering Govindrao Sawant: Gujarat's one and only Olympic medalist in six decades

Pari Olympic 2024 (Google Trends): As Barodians celebrate Manu Bhaker's recent bronze medal, they recall Govindrao Sawant, the only athlete from Gujarat to win an Olympic medal. Sawant earned a silver in hockey at the 1960 Rome Olympics. Despite his significant achievement and contributions to hockey, Sawant's legacy has faded, and he faced neglect, including financial struggles before his death.