Archive · 29 Jan 2026
Savita Punia Receives Padma Shri
Savita Punia, known as the 'Wall of Indian hockey,' has received the Padma Shri award.
She is the first woman goalkeeper to play over 300 international matches.
Her journey started in Sirsa, Haryana, where she faced many challenges, including financial struggles and family hardships.
Despite these difficulties, she persevered with the support of her family and coach.
She has won numerous awards, including the Arjuna Award and the FIH Goalkeeper of the Year three times.
The Padma Shri is a recognition of her dedication and the sacrifices she and her family have made.
She is grateful for the support of her family, including her in-laws, who have always stood by her.
Savita Punia, the first woman goalkeeper to play over 300 international matches, received the Padma Shri award.
Her journey began in Sirsa, Haryana, where she faced financial struggles and family hardships.
Savita's family, including her parents and in-laws, played a crucial role in her success.
She has won numerous awards, including the Arjuna Award and the FIH Goalkeeper of the Year three times.
The Padma Shri is a recognition of her dedication, resilience, and the sacrifices made by her and her family.
- Who
- Savita Punia, Indian women's hockey goalkeeper
- What
- Received the Padma Shri award
- When
- January 29 (exact date of receipt not specified)
- Where
- Rashtrapati Bhavan, New Delhi
- Why
- For her exceptional contributions to hockey and her inspiring journey of resilience and sacrifice
- Name
- Savita Punia
- Nickname
- Wall of Indian hockey
- Age
- 35
- Hometown
- Sirsa, Haryana
- International Matches
- Over 300
- Awards
- Padma Shri, Arjuna Award, FIH Goalkeeper of the Year (three times)
- Family Support
- Parents, in-laws, and coach played crucial roles in her journey
- Current Status
- Indian women's hockey team goalkeeper