Former India defender Chinmoy Chatterjee dies
Chatterjee is survived by his wife, one son and a daughter.
Kolkata: Former India defender Chinmoy Chatterjee, who played for the three Maidan heavyweights in his prime in the 1970-80s, died of cardiac arrest at his Khardah residence here on Sunday.
He was 68.
Chatterjee is survived by his wife, one son and a daughter.
He was a member of the Arun Ghosh-coached Indian team at the 1978 Bangkok Asian Games where they finished fourth in the quarterfinal league.
“Saddened to hear about the demise of eminent footballer Chinmoy Chatterjee. His contribution to the world of football will be remembered by all. Heartfelt condolences to his family and fans,” West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee tweeted.