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The forgotten hero of Indian sports: 'The Payyoli Express' P T Usha

New Delhi: Famously known as "queen of Indian track and field", Pilavullakandi Thekkeparambil Usha was born on June 27, 1964 in the village of Payyoli, Kozhikode District, Kerala.  The Indian legend Nick named 'Payyoli Express'


 
A year later, In Asian Track and Field Championship Kuwait she won Gold in 400 m and also became the Asian record holder.