At just 14 years old, Vaibhav Suryavanshi has emerged as one of India’s most talked-about young cricketing talents. The Bihar-born batter will be honoured with the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar (PMRBP), one of the highest civilian awards for children in India.
The award ceremony is being held in New Delhi, where Vaibhav is set to receive the honour from President Droupadi Murmu. After the ceremony, he and other award recipients will meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi, an interaction aimed at motivating young achievers from across the country.
Vaibhav reached New Delhi on Wednesday to attend the ceremony. Due to his participation in the event, he will miss the remaining matches of the Vijay Hazare Trophy. While this means time away from competitive cricket, the national recognition marks a major milestone in his young career.
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Young Bihar batter earns India’s highest civilian honour for children
The teenager has recently drawn national attention for his remarkable performance in Bihar’s opening match against Arunachal Pradesh, where he scored a sensational 190 runs off just 84 balls. The explosive innings placed him among the most promising batters in the domestic circuit.
Vaibhav’s journey from local cricket grounds in Bihar to receiving an award at Rashtrapati Bhavan highlights his rapid rise and potential. The honour not only recognises his achievements in sports but also serves as encouragement for aspiring athletes across India.
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Why is the PMRBP awarded?
The 'Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar' is India’s highest civilian award for children aged between 5 and 18 years. It is given every year to recognise exceptional achievements in several fields, including bravery, art and culture, environment, innovation, science and technology, social service, and sports.
This award celebrates young individuals whose contributions have earned national recognition and reflect excellence among India’s youth.
