Archive · 18 Dec 2025
AP Government Honors Cricketer Sree Charani with Rs. 2.5 Crore
A woman cricketer named Sree Charani from Andhra Pradesh helped India win the Women's Cricket World Cup.
The state government gave her a big cash prize of ₹2.5 crore.
They also promised her a piece of land for a house and a good job in the government after she finishes her studies.
The education minister gave her the prize at his home.
Sree Charani is from Kadapa district and has played really well in international cricket.
The minister said she is a great example for young sportspeople, especially girls, and the government wants to support sports achievements.
Nallapureddy Sree Charani received a ₹2.5 crore cash reward from the AP government for her role in India's ICC Women's ODI World Cup victory.
The government also promised her a 500-square-yard house site in Visakhapatnam and a Group-I rank post after completing her degree.
Education and IT minister Nara Lokesh personally handed over the cheque at his Undavalli residence.
Charani, hailing from Kadapa district, has been a consistent performer in international cricket.
The minister praised Charani as a role model for young sportspersons, especially girls, and highlighted the government's commitment to supporting sporting excellence.
- Who
- Nallapureddy Sree Charani, an Indian woman cricketer
- What
- Received a cash reward of ₹2.5 crore and other incentives from the AP government
- When
- On Wednesday (specific date not mentioned)
- Where
- At the residence of Nara Lokesh in Undavalli, Vijayawada
- Why
- For her outstanding performance in the ICC Women's ODI World Cup, bringing pride to Andhra Pradesh
- Cash Reward
- ₹2.5 crore
- House Site
- 500-square-yard in Visakhapatnam
- Government Post
- Group-I rank post after degree completion
- Minister Presenting Award
- Nara Lokesh
- Cricketer's Hometown
- Kadapa district
- Event Location
- Undavalli residence
- Achievement
- Key contributor to India's ICC Women's ODI World Cup victory
