In Bhiwani, Haryana, professional boxer Nitu Ghangas and para-badminton player Nithya Sre expressed their joy upon receiving the Arjuna Award 2024. Nitu thanked her parents and coach for their support, stating that the award boosts her confidence for future competitions. Her coach, Jagdish, shared his pride and hopes for continued success in the 2028 Olympics. Nithya Sre also expressed happiness and motivation to work harder.
Additionally, the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports announced that double Olympic medalist Manu Bhaker, World Chess Champion Gukesh Dommaraju, and Indian men's hockey team captain Harmanpreet Singh, among others, received the Khel Ratna. Several athletes, including Indian chess grandmaster Vantika Agrawal and athlete Jyothi Yarraji, were also honored with Arjuna Awards. Para athletes like Preeti Pal and Jeevanji Deepthi were recognized as well.
Olympic medalists Swapnil Suresh Kusale and Sarabjot Singh, along with Para-Olympic shooters Mona Agarwal and Rubina Francis, were awarded Arjuna Awards. Former football coach Armando Agnelo Colaco received the Dronacharya Award in the lifetime category. The awards will be presented by President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan on January 17, 2025.
Nitu Ghangas is a professional boxer from India. She has achieved recognition for her skills and dedication in the sport of boxing.
Nithya Sre is a para-badminton player from India. Para-badminton is a sport for athletes with physical disabilities.
The Arjuna Award is a prestigious award given by the Indian government to recognize outstanding achievement in national sports.
The Khel Ratna, now known as the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award, is India's highest sporting honor awarded for exceptional performance in sports.
Manu Bhaker is an Indian sport shooter who has won several medals in international competitions.
Gukesh Dommaraju is a young Indian chess player known for his impressive skills and achievements in chess.
Harmanpreet Singh is an Indian field hockey player who has represented India in various international tournaments.
Droupadi Murmu is the President of India, a position that involves being the head of the state and performing various ceremonial duties.
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