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Mahadev Deka welcomed

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Mahadev Deka, who recently clinched the title in the bantam weight category for India at the 2009 Musclemania Superbody world championship at Florida, US, got warm welcome when he arrived at the Guwahati airport. He is the first from Assam to win this prestigious world body building championship.


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Submitted by jyotishkumarnath on Thu, 25/06/2009 - 10:33
Hello sir, I am feeling proud for you, as I was your student at super flex gym. I won't forget your advice and guidence, it wil always make me inspire and passions. Wish you a bright future and good health.
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Submitted by Rajesh Patil on Thu, 25/06/2009 - 16:53
I read the news in newspaper and it was unbelievable. You are a great inspiration for everyone. Your achievement is beyond the words. My best wishes to you forever.
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Submitted by Dorika on Fri, 26/06/2009 - 05:46
CONGRATULATIONS! We are so proud of you...
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Submitted by supriya on Tue, 30/06/2009 - 07:28
Hearty congratulations! We are really proud of you. we salute your self determination, dedication & devotion to the sport. and your spirit to fight back inspite of all odds.
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Submitted by john khan on Wed, 01/07/2009 - 08:24
Hello Sir, we are really proud of you. I wish you bright future.
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Submitted by digvijay on Sat, 22/08/2009 - 04:53
Hello Sir, You are a great inspiration for the an Indian. We all thankful to you for this proudy momment.....Thanks a lot & Best Luck for your great future ahead............

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