Indian sports fans have a lot to cheer about as four of the country’s top athletes have been awarded the prestigious Khel Ratna award. The award, which is the highest sporting honour in the country, was given to chess prodigy Gukesh, shooter Manu Bhaker, men’s hockey captain Harmanpreet Singh, and Paralympic gold-winning high jumper Praveen Kumar.
The awards were presented by President Droupadi Murmu, who praised the athletes for their outstanding achievements in their respective fields. The Khel Ratna award is given annually to recognize and reward excellence in sports, and it is considered one of the most prestigious awards in Indian sports.
Gukesh, who is just 16 years old, has been making waves in the chess world with his impressive performances. He has already become a grandmaster and has won several international tournaments. Manu Bhaker, on the other hand, is a talented shooter who has won several medals at the international level, including gold medals at the ISSF World Cup and the Asian Games.
Harmanpreet Singh, who is the captain of the Indian men’s hockey team, has been a key player in the team’s success in recent years. He has led the team to several victories, including a bronze medal at the Tokyo Olympics. Praveen Kumar, who is a high jumper, won a gold medal at the Paralympic Games in Tokyo, setting a new Asian record in the process.
The awards ceremony was attended by several top sports officials and athletes, who congratulated the winners on their achievements. The awards are a recognition of the hard work and dedication of these athletes, and they will surely inspire other young athletes to strive for excellence in their respective fields.
The Khel Ratna award is a testament to the government’s commitment to promoting sports and recognizing the achievements of Indian athletes. The award carries a cash prize of Rs 25 lakh and a citation, and it is considered one of the most prestigious awards in Indian sports.
In addition to the Khel Ratna award, the government also gives out several other awards to recognize and reward excellence in sports. These include the Arjuna Award, the Dronacharya Award, and the Dhyan Chand Award, among others. These awards are given annually to recognize and reward outstanding achievements in sports, and they are considered a great honour for the athletes who receive them.
The awards ceremony was a grand affair, with several top sports officials and athletes in attendance. The winners were felicitated with a citation and a cash prize, and they were praised for their outstanding achievements in their respective fields. The ceremony was a fitting tribute to the achievements of these athletes, and it will surely inspire other young athletes to strive for excellence in their respective fields.