Rediffmail Money rediffGURUS BusinessEmail

Khel Ratna, Arjuna prize-money increased

July 28, 2009 17:52 IST
Source:PTI

The Government of India has hiked the prize-money of its annual sporting honours, including the Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna and Arjuna award.

The Khel Ratna recipient will now receive Rs 750,000, Rs 250,000 more than previously awarded.

Those conferred the Dronacharya, Dhyanchand and Arjuna awards will each get Rs 200,000 more as the amount has been increased to Rs 500,000, Minister of State for Youth Affairs and Sports Pratik Prakashbapu Patil told the Lok Sabha on Tuesday in a written reply to a question.

Besides, the Railway Ministry provides first class/second AC complimentary passes to Arjuna awardees, Dronacharya awardees, Olympic medalists, Asian Games and Commonwealth Games gold medalists.

Source: PTI
© Copyright 2025 PTI. All rights reserved. Republication or redistribution of PTI content, including by framing or similar means, is expressly prohibited without the prior written consent.

More News Coverage

Sports Pratik Prakashbapu PatilRajiv Gandhi Khel RatnaState for Youth AffairsArjunaRailway Ministry

WEB STORIES

10 Instant Semolina Or Sooji Recipes To Start Your Day

India's Masala Omelette In Top World Egg Rankings

9 Key Tips To Keep Your Bathroom Clean

VIDEOS