Vaibhav Suryabhansi the 14-year-old prodigy who reached milestones at such a young age and also broke records with his blistering batting received the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar (PMRBP) on Friday.
Vaibhav Suryavanshi has emerged as one of India’s most talked-about young cricketing talents and he became the highest award-winning child and was also recognised as an exceptional child and young talent.
The award ceremony was held in New Delhi, where Vaibhav received 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.
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Vaibhav reached New Delhi on Wednesday to attend the ceremony. Due to his participation in the event. 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.
Why is the PMRBP awarded?
The Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar award 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.
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This award celebrates young individuals whose contributions have earned national recognition and reflect excellence among India’s youth.
