The Madhya Pradesh government on Saturday announced a reward of Rs 25 lakh each to the state’s athletes, Yamini and Ajay Babu, who won silver medals in judo and weightlifting, respectively, at the Commonwealth Games underway in Glasgow, Scotland.
State Sports and Youth Welfare Minister Vishwas Kailash Sarang congratulated the two athletes and said they would also be offered government jobs under the provisions of the Madhya Pradesh Sports policy.
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Announcing the incentives, Sarang said the state government would provide Rs 25 lakh each to Yamini and Ajay Babu in accordance with the Madhya Pradesh sports policy.
He said their achievements had brought pride to Madhya Pradesh and the country.
Sarang expressed confidence that the success of the two athletes would inspire young sportspersons in the state to excel at the international level.
He said the state government was committed to providing world-class sports infrastructure, modern training facilities and other support to help athletes excel at national and international competitions.
Yamini displayed outstanding skill and determination to clinch the silver medal in judo, while Ajay Babu secured the runner-up finish in weightlifting with an impressive performance.