Odisha Govt Honors Four Star Athletes for International Achievements

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News18•01-02-2026, 11:30
Odisha Govt Honors Four Star Athletes for International Achievements
- •Odisha government felicitated four outstanding sportspersons for their remarkable international achievements.
- •Sports Minister Suryabanshi Suraj presented cash incentives to the athletes.
- •Loma Swain received Rs 5 lakh for a bronze at the 2025 Tokyo Deaflympics.
- •Sarthak Arya was awarded Rs 2.09 lakh for a bronze at the 3rd Asian Youth Games.
- •Padmini Rout (chess) and Bidushmita Bhoi (weightlifting) also received cash awards for their medals.
Why It Matters: Odisha government recognized four athletes with cash awards for their international sporting success.
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