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National Sports Awards 2024 list has been announced by Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports. Check the complete list of National Sports Awards 2024 here.
The Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports has announced the National Sports Awards 2024. The awards will be presented by the President of India at a special ceremony at Rashtrapati Bhavan on 17th January 2025 (Friday) at 11:00 AM.
The awards, including the prestigious Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award, Arjuna Award, and others, are presented annually by the President of India. The National Sports Awards 2024 honor the exceptional achievements of athletes, coaches, and institutions that have significantly contributed to the growth and development of sports in India. Instituted by the Government of India, these awards recognize excellence, dedication, and sportsmanship across various disciplines.
The National Sports Awards are India’s highest honors in sports, celebrating outstanding athletes, dedicated coaches, and supportive institutions. The primary awards include:
The Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award is the highest honor given to an athlete for their exceptional performance over four years. This award commemorates Major Dhyan Chand, India’s hockey legend. Below is the list of recipients for 2024:
| S. No. | Name of the Sportsperson | Discipline |
| 1 | Shri Gukesh D | Chess |
| 2 | Shri Harmanpreet Singh | Hockey |
| 3 | Shri Praveen Kumar | Para-Athletics |
| 4 | Ms. Manu Bhaker | Shooting |
The Arjuna Award recognizes athletes who have displayed consistent excellence in their respective sports disciplines.
The Arjuna Awards recognize exceptional athletes for their outstanding achievements and contributions to Indian sports. Below is the list of recipients for the Arjuna Awards 2024, honoring excellence across various disciplines:
Arjuna Awards 2024 Recipients |
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| S. No. | Name of the Sportsperson | Discipline |
| 1 | Ms. Jyothi Yarraji | Athletics |
| 2 | Ms. Annu Rani | Athletics |
| 3 | Ms. Nitu | Boxing |
| 4 | Ms. Saweety | Boxing |
| 5 | Ms. Vantika Agrawal | Chess |
| 6 | Ms. Salima Tete | Hockey |
| 7 | Shri Abhishek | Hockey |
| 8 | Shri Sanjay | Hockey |
| 9 | Shri Jarmanpreet Singh | Hockey |
| 10 | Shri Sukhjeet Singh | Hockey |
| 11 | Shri Rakesh Kumar | Para-Archery |
| 12 | Ms. Preeti Pal | Para-Athletics |
| 13 | Ms. Jeevanji Deepthi | Para-Athletics |
| 14 | Shri Ajeet Singh | Para-Athletics |
| 15 | Shri Sachin Sarjerao Khilari | Para-Athletics |
| 16 | Shri Dharambir | Para-Athletics |
| 17 | Shri Pranav Soorma | Para-Athletics |
| 18 | Shri H Hokato Sema | Para-Athletics |
| 19 | Ms. Simran | Para-Athletics |
| 20 | Shri Navdeep | Para-Athletics |
| 21 | Shri Nitesh Kumar | Para-Badminton |
| 22 | Ms. Thulasimathi Murugesan | Para-Badminton |
| 23 | Ms. Nithya Sre Sumathy Sivan | Para-Badminton |
| 24 | Ms. Manisha Ramadass | Para-Badminton |
| 25 | Shri Kapil Parmar | Para-Judo |
| 26 | Ms. Mona Agarwal | Para-Shooting |
| 27 | Ms. Rubina Francis | Para-Shooting |
| 28 | Shri Swapnil Suresh Kusale | Shooting |
| 29 | Shri Sarabjot Singh | Shooting |
| 30 | Shri Abhay Singh | Squash |
| 31 | Shri Sajan Prakash | Swimming |
| 32 | Shri Aman | Wrestling |
The Lifetime Achievement Arjuna Awards are presented to individuals for their remarkable contributions and dedication to sports throughout their careers.
| S. No. | Name of the Sportsperson | Discipline |
| 1 | Shri Sucha Singh | Athletics |
| 2 | Shri Murlikant Rajaram Petkar | Para-Swimming |
The Dronacharya Award is presented to coaches who have demonstrated exceptional skill in nurturing talent and guiding athletes to achieve excellence.
The Dronacharya Award honors exceptional coaches who have consistently guided athletes to achieve excellence in sports. The awards are presented in two categories: Regular and Lifetime. Below are the details of the recipients for 2024:
| S. No. | Name of the Coach | Discipline |
| 1 | Shri Subhash Rana | Para-Shooting |
| 2 | Ms. Deepali Deshpande | Shooting |
| 3 | Shri Sandeep Sangwan | Hockey |
| S. No. | Name of the Coach | Discipline |
| 1 | Shri S Muralidharan | Badminton |
| 2 | Shri Armando Agnelo Colaco | Football |
The Maulana Abul Kalam Azad Trophy is awarded to universities that excel in promoting sports activities. The Maulana Abul Kalam Azad (MAKA) Trophy is awarded annually to the university excelling in sports and inter-university tournaments across India. This prestigious honor recognizes the efforts of universities in fostering sportsmanship, talent, and competitive spirit among students. Below is the list of winners for the MAKA Trophy 2024:
MAKA Trophy 2024 Winners |
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| S. No. | Name of University | Position |
| 1 | Chandigarh University | Overall Winner University |
| 2 | Lovely Professional University (PB) | 1st Runner-Up University |
| 3 | Guru Nanak Dev University, Amritsar | 2nd Runner-Up University |
The Rashtriya Khel Protsahan Puraskar honors individuals and organizations that contribute to the development and promotion of sports.
The Rashtriya Khel Protsahan Puraskar is awarded to organizations and entities that have made significant contributions to the promotion and development of sports in India. This award recognizes their efforts in encouraging sports culture and nurturing talent.
| S. No. | Name of the Entity |
| 1 | Physical Education Foundation of India |
These awards not only celebrate individual and collective achievements but also inspire the next generation of athletes and sports enthusiasts to bring glory to the nation.
For aspiring athletes and sports professionals, the National Sports Awards serve as a symbol of recognition for their hard work and dedication.
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