Haryana CM to distribute cash awards to athletes

Chandigarh, Jul 6 (PTI) Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini will distribute cash awards worth Rs 20.59 crore to 198 medal-winning athletes and international participants at a state-level function in Panchkula on Tuesday, Minister of State for Sports Gaurav Gautam said on Monday. The award distribution ceremony will be held at the auditorium of the Public Works Rest House in Panchkula, with the chief minister attending as the chief guest. Gautam said the awards are aimed at recognising athletes who brought laurels to the country in international and national competitions. Of the total 198 athletes, 117 who won medals or represented India in world-level competitions will receive a combined Rs 13.75 crore. Three athletes who excelled at the 2022 Para Asian Games will be awarded Rs 2.32 crore, while 78 athletes who performed in national-level competitions will receive a total of Rs 4.52 crore. According to the minister, cash awards will be transferred directly into the bank accounts of the beneficiaries. PTI VSD AMJ AMJ