Dr. Vece Paes: A Legacy in Sports Medicine and Beyond

Dr. Vece Paes, an Olympic bronze medallist and esteemed sports medicine expert, was given a heartfelt farewell on Sunday. Prominent personalities, including former India cricket captain Sourav Ganguly and Hockey India president Dilip Tirkey, attended the funeral to pay their respects to Paes.

Paes, known for his contributions to multiple sports, was remembered fondly by the sporting fraternity. Young athletes lined the streets, raising their sticks, as Paes' hearse traveled to the Maidan tent, highlighting the impact he made on India's sports landscape.

At the graveside, family and friends gathered solemnly to bid goodbye to a man who had been pivotal both on the field and off, advancing sports medicine and supporting athletes free of charge. His passing marks the end of an era in Indian sports.

(With inputs from agencies.)