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“I wish to draw your attention to the subject cited (award of Bharat Ratna to Balbir Sr) and request to award Bharat Ratna to Balbir Singh Sr, one of the most respectful and outstanding sportspersons of India since Independence,” wrote Amarinder. “As recognition to his contribution, Balbir Singh Sr has already been awarded the Padma Shri in 1957. I strongly recommend and request you to consider awarding Bharat Ratna to Balbir Singh Sr,” the CM added. Reacting to Amarinder’s letter to the Prime Minister, Balbir Sr thanked the CM and said he felt humbled. Amarinder later tweeted: “Wrote to PM@NarendraModi ji, requesting to award Bharat Ratna to Shri Balbir Singh (Sr) for his outstanding performance in Hockey..