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Himachal CM Awards Rs 17.85 crore to 419 Sportspersons in Statewide Honor
✍️ Asianet Newsable
🗓 01 Nov 2026, 12:31 AM
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Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu presented awards totaling Rs 17.85 crore to 419 athletes across Himachal Pradesh, recognizing their contributions to sports.
Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu handed out a set of awards to a total of 419 sportspersons, with the collective value of the prizes amounting to Rs 17.85 crore. The ceremony underscored the state government's effort to acknowledge and encourage athletic talent.
The awardees represent a broad spectrum of disciplines, ranging from traditional games to modern competitive sports. Each recipient received a monetary grant as part of the recognition, contributing to the overall sum announced by the administration.
State officials said the initiative is aimed at strengthening the sports ecosystem in Himachal Pradesh, providing financial support that can help athletes pursue training, equipment and participation in national events.
The event also highlighted the growing emphasis on sports development within the region, signaling the government's intent to foster a culture of excellence among emerging athletes.
The awardees represent a broad spectrum of disciplines, ranging from traditional games to modern competitive sports. Each recipient received a monetary grant as part of the recognition, contributing to the overall sum announced by the administration.
State officials said the initiative is aimed at strengthening the sports ecosystem in Himachal Pradesh, providing financial support that can help athletes pursue training, equipment and participation in national events.
The event also highlighted the growing emphasis on sports development within the region, signaling the government's intent to foster a culture of excellence among emerging athletes.