If you go by sheer performance, Pankaj should have got it long ago. Tell me a sportsperson who consistently wins world titles like Pankaj. However, we will try again next year," Balasubramaniam told PTI on Wednesday.Advani's brother Shree too did not hide his disappointment. Apparently, you can only get the awards by lobbying or if hype is created, merit is not enough. Pankaj deserves a lot more than Padma Bhushan," he said.

Source: Times of India January 26, 2017 07:20 UTC