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Tearful farewell to bodybuilding icon Ghumman in Jalandhar

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Bodybuilder Varinder Ghumman has passed away during treatment at Fortis Hospital in Amritsar.
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A wave of grief swept through Jalandhar today as scores of people gathered to bid a tearful farewell to international bodybuilder Varinder Ghumman, whose death has left fans and the fitness community in deep shock. The cremation was attended by a large crowd, including Punjabi film artistes, local politicians, the youth, and admirers from across the region.

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The atmosphere was heavy with sorrow as fans, especially youngsters who saw Ghumman as their role model, came in large numbers to catch a final glimpse of the iconic athlete. Many were visibly emotional, struggling to come to terms with the sudden loss of a man who had inspired countless aspiring bodybuilders.

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Ghumman passed away unexpectedly last evening, sending shock waves through the bodybuilding and fitness fraternity. Standing tall at 6 feet 3 inches and competing in the heavyweight 120+ kg category, Ghumman had earned a name for himself both nationally and internationally. He clinched the prestigious title of Mr India in 2009 and later secured the runner-up position at the Mr Asia contest.

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A true pioneer in Indian bodybuilding, Ghumman made history by becoming the first Indian to receive the IFBB Pro Card, a milestone that marked India’s entry into the global professional bodybuilding circuit.

As the flames of the funeral pyre rose, so did the tributes — heartfelt, proud, and heavy with loss.

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