Shimla: Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu today honoured sportspersons who brought laurels to the country and the state through their outstanding performances at national and international sporting events at the state-level felicitation ceremony, Him Ratan-2026, held here today.
The Chief Minister distributed cheques worth Rs. 17.85 crore among 419 outstanding sportspersons of the state. Chief Minister presented a cash award of Rs. 2.64 crore to Sawan Barwal for winning silver medals in various international and national athletics competitions. He also awarded Rs. 1.99 crore to Seema Kumari for winning bronze medals in international and national athletics competitions.
Cricketer Renuka was presented with a cash award of Rs. 2.20 crore for her achievements in international and national cricket competitions. Kabaddi players Pushpa Rana and Bhawna Thakur were each awarded Rs. 1.04 crore for their performances in various international and national competitions. Similarly, Ritu Negi and Jyoti Thakur were each presented with Rs. 1.02 crore.
