Archive · 18 Jul 2025
Haryana Releases ₹31.72 Crore for Para Athletes
The government of Haryana has given out a bunch of money to athletes who won medals at the 2022 Para Asian Games.
This money is a reward for their success.
The athletes come from different districts in Haryana.
Gold medal winners get the most money, followed by silver and bronze medalists.
The government also helps athletes by paying for their medical care if they get hurt while playing.
In addition, the Haryana Khel Mahakumbh, a sports event, is going to be held in August 2025 instead of July to avoid clashing with exams.
Haryana government released ₹31.72 crore in pending cash awards for Para Asian Games 2022 medal winners.
The funds were distributed to 17 athletes from Haryana.
Gold medalists receive ₹3 crore, silver medalists ₹1.5 crore, and bronze medalists ₹75 lakh.
The state government is also covering medical expenses for injured athletes.
Haryana Khel Mahakumbh, originally set for July 2025, has been rescheduled to August 2025.
- Who
- Haryana government and Para Asian Games 2022 medal winners from Haryana.
- What
- Haryana released ₹31.72 crore in pending cash awards to Para Asian Games 2022 medal winners and rescheduled the Khel Mahakumbh.
- When
- The release was announced recently; the Khel Mahakumbh was originally scheduled for July 28-30, 2025, but is now planned for August 2025.
- Where
- Haryana
- Why
- To reward athletes and provide financial support, and to avoid conflicts with exams.
- Total Cash Award Released
- ₹31.72 crore
- Number of Athletes
- 17
- Gold Medal Award
- ₹3 crore
- Silver Medal Award
- ₹1.5 crore
- Bronze Medal Award
- ₹75 lakh
- Sports Nurseries Established
- 1,500
- Khel Mahakumbh Revised Date
- August 2025