A few weeks ago I spoke about my love for Tau Devilal Stadium to a friend. I wanted to share what I observed, why the place was so magical to me, and they agreed to meet me there.
It was an entertaining morning. They saw the track in full form. Ashwini, Monu, Gaju, Khushbu, Coach Ravi and many of the morning stars were at track. So was the Lady in Salwar Kameez, the Bald Man, the pig tailed rose cheeked woman, and many of the wonderful characters that make up the story of Tau Devilal Stadium.
The stadium was full of kids doing drills, running with sleds, and all manner of folks spending another summer dawn here at track.
Kyun aate hain, they asked Coacb Ravi.
He gave a broad smile and an answer as broad, Koi enjoyment ke liye, koi competition ke liye, fitness ke liye, subhe kuch karne ke liye. Bachhe, bude, dekho sab hain yahan.
Once you came, you always came again. I believe that to be entirely true about Tau Devilal Stadium.
We ran, the kids and I, for interval splits over mile, 800s, 400s and mile again. They joined from time to time and the kids encouraged the participation. Especially Coach Ravi. That was perhaps the best part. But what were the parts they enjoyed?
I think – and hope – that they had a good time. And that they would come back.
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