Dhyan Chand Award
Dhyan Chand Award is India's highest award for lifetime achievement in sports and games, given by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of India.[1] The award is named after the legendary Indian hockey player Dhyan Chand. The award was initiated in 2002.[1] The award carries a cash prize of INR 500,000, a plaque and a scroll of honour.
In August 2013, 4 individuals were awarded the Dhyan Chand Award: Syed Ali (Hockey), Mary D'Souza (Sequeira) (Athletics), Anil Maan (Wrestling) and Giriraj Singh (Para-Sports).[2]
On August 17, 2015, Selection committee headed by Zafar Iqbal recommended TPP Nair (Volleyball), SP Misra (Tennis)and Romeo James (Hockey) for Dhyan Chand Award.[3]
References
- ^ a b Dhyan Chand Award from the website of Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports, India; retrieved 23 August 2011.
- ^ Dhyan Chand Award 2013 awardees, published by the Times of India on 2013-08-08; retrieved 8 August 2013.
- ^ Dhyan chand Award 2015 nominee, published by the Majordhyanchand on 2015-08-18
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