 Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam presenting the Dronacharya Award to the Hony. Captain M. Venu, VSM | |
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Indian |
| Born | 20 April 1946 |
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| Sport | Boxing |
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