Gujarat Rewards 18 Asian Games Athletes With Rs 9.27 Crore Prize Money

The Gujarat government unveiled a comprehensive reward scheme on Monday for athletes who represented India at the recently concluded Asian Games and Para Asian Games. A total of 18 sportspersons, including para-athletes, will receive cash awards totalling over Rs 9.27 crore under the initiative.

The financial recognition comes as part of the state's broader policy to encourage and support elite athletes who bring glory to the nation through their performances on the continental stage. Para-athletes featured prominently among the beneficiaries, reflecting the government's emphasis on recognizing achievement across all categories of competitive sport.

The award structure aims to provide meaningful financial support to athletes who have demonstrated exceptional skill and dedication in their respective disciplines. Officials indicated that the disbursement process would be initiated promptly to ensure timely delivery of the funds to the awardees.

This initiative aligns with Gujarat's established track record of investing in sports infrastructure and athlete development programmes. The state has consistently prioritized grassroots and elite-level sports talent nurturing through various government schemes and institutional support mechanisms over recent years.