President Droupadi Murmu conferred the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar on the occasion of Veer Bal Diwas in New Delhi today. This year, 20 children from 18 States and Union Territories have been awarded for demonstrating outstanding achievements. Speaking on the occasion, the President said that the awards will encourage the recipients and also inspire children across the country. President Murmu noted that the award-winning children have made extraordinary contributions in various fields, including bravery, art and culture, environment, innovation, and science and technology.
The President said that this day is observed every year to commemorate the martyrdom of Sahibzada Baba Zorawar Singh ji and Baba Fateh Singh ji, the sons of Sri Guru Gobind Singh ji, whose unparalleled sacrifice continues to inspire generations. The President further said that when the children of a country are imbued with patriotism and high ideals, the humanity of that nation is assured.
During her address, the President highlighted the extraordinary achievements of some of the awardees. Talking to Akashvani News, Vishwanath Karthikey from Hyderabad expressed his gratitude for receiving the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar. He said that he earned the recognition by becoming the youngest Indian to complete the Seven Summits Challenge and that he currently holds four world records. He also shared that he began his mountaineering journey at the age of eleven.
Sunaina Kumari from Bihar said that the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar was awarded to her in recognition of the exceptional bravery shown by her brother, who lost his life while saving a boy from drowning. She expressed happiness and gratitude on receiving the honour.
