Saweety Boora's Arjuna Award Ignites Olympic Aspirations

Boxer Saweety Boora has been awarded the Arjuna Award, fueling her ambition to secure more medals for India. Meanwhile, her husband, Kabaddi star Deepak Niwas Hooda, expressed his pride. Other honorees include Olympic medalist Manu Bhaker and World Chess Champion Gukesh Dommaraju, as the 2024 National Sports Awards announced.

Boxing sensation Saweety Boora has been bestowed with the prestigious Arjuna Award, symbolizing a pivotal moment in her athletic journey. With renewed vigor, she declared, "I am feeling very good. I will work hard to win more medals for the nation." Saweety shared her aspirations following the honor, indicating her commitment to elevate India's status in the boxing world.

Deepak Niwas Hooda, a fellow Arjuna awardee and noted Kabaddi player, voiced his pride over his wife's accomplishment, reflecting on their shared dedication to sports excellence. "It is a matter of great pride for a sportsperson to receive the Arjuna Award," Hooda remarked, attributing thanks to Prime Minister Modi for his supportive sports policies.

The National Sports Awards 2024, revealed by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, also celebrated other sports luminaries. Among them are double Olympic medalist Manu Bhaker, World Chess Champion Gukesh Dommaraju, Indian men's hockey team captain Harmanpreet Singh, and Para Athlete Praveen Kumar, recipients of the esteemed Khel Ratna award.

(With inputs from agencies.)