Bihar Honoured with Prestigious 'India Sports Award 2024' for Promoting Sports Excellence

Bihar has been recognised with the esteemed 'India Sports Award 2024' in the 'Emerging State Promoting Sports' category. This accolade, conferred by the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI), celebrates Bihar's remarkable strides in fostering sports culture and hosting world-class events.

The award was presented at a grand ceremony held at the FICCI Commission Hall, New Delhi, as part of FICCI TURF 2024, the 14th Global Sports Summit. Bihar State Sports Authority's Director-General, Mr. Ravindran Shankaran, accepted the award in the presence of distinguished guests and sports industry leaders.

Recognition of Bihar's Sporting Transformation

The award acknowledges Bihar's growing participation in the sports domain, its successful execution of international-level tournaments, and its continuous efforts to build a thriving sports ecosystem. The honor underscores Bihar's emergence as a key player in India's sports development narrative.

The winners were chosen by an eminent jury chaired by Charu Sharma, co-founder of the Pro Kabaddi League. Other jury members included prominent figures such as renowned sports journalist Vijay Lokapally, PKS Sagar among others.

A Proud Moment for Bihar

This recognition not only reflects Bihar's achievements but also serves as motivation to further enhance its contributions to India's sports sector. Accepting the award, Mr. Shankaran expressed gratitude to the jury and reaffirmed the state's dedication to advancing its sports initiatives.

The 'India Sports Award', a hallmark of FICCI's efforts to promote excellence in sports, serves as a beacon of recognition for states and individuals making significant contributions to the sector.

As Bihar steps into the national spotlight with this award, it strengthens its resolve to nurture talent, build infrastructure and bring global recognition to Indian sports.