It is a proud day for Indian youth, and Vaibhav Suryavanshi has received the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar, which is the country’s highest civilian award for kids, at a ceremony at Rashtrapati Bhavan today. President Droupadi Murmu gave Vaibhav the award for his outstanding achievement and contribution in the area of sports.
The Rashtriya Bal Puraskar is given to children between the ages of 5 and 18 years who exhibit extraordinary talent, bravery, leadership qualities, or innovation. Vaibhav’s achievement was picked from amongst hundreds of nominations across the country, not only because of his sporting talent but also due to his dedication, hard work, and role as a youth icon of fitness and hard work.
In his address during the awards ceremony, President Murmu congratulated Vaibhav, his family, and teachers on this achievement and said, “The young recipient of this prestigious award is a ‘shining example of how passion, hard work, and perseverance can translate dreams into reality.’”
Vaibhav, who belongs to a humble background, has proven to be one of the most talented personalities in his sport. His performances at the state and national levels have made him a household name, and he has received recognition and guidance from top personalities in his sport. Friends and family who were present during the function where Vaibhav received his award said that it was an experience that was “surreal,” and Vaibhav’s win is an inspiration not only for his peers but also for other generations.
In his address at the event, Vaibhav thanked his coaches, parents, and well-wishers for the occasion and dedicated the award in the memory of budding sporting champions in India who are constantly trying and making sacrifices to represent their place and the nation. His speech touched the hearts of many on the social media website.
The Rashtriya Bal Puraskar has a citation, a medal, as well as a cash award, and it rates among the most prestigious honours for young achievers. Vaibhav finds himself in exalted company among the winners of the award, who have achieved greatness in various fields such as arts, culture, social services, innovation, and academic disciplines.
As Vaibhav tastes the fruit of returning home with such honour and attention that accompanies him everywhere he goes, sports organisations and other relevant bodies have started outlining their strategies to help him develop further. The future of youth sports for India is looking brighter with such support from beneath.
