Vaibhav Suryavanshi Honoured With ‘Highest Civilian Award’ For Children, Set To Meet PM Modi
Vaibhav Suryavanshi missed Bihar’s Vijay Hazare Trophy match against Manipur to reach New Delhi, where he was awarded the Prime Minister’s National Child Award.
At just 14 years old, Vaibhav Suryavanshi is proving that talent knows no age.
The young cricketing prodigy from Bihar has captured the nation’s attention, not only with his explosive batting but also by receiving the highest civilian honors for teenagers in India. Today, in the heart of the capital, New Delhi,Vaibhav Suryavanshi was conferred with the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar(PMRBP). The award ceremony, held in New Delhi, marks a historic chapter in Vaibhav’s burgeoning career. Having arrived in the city on Wednesday, the young cricketer received the award from President Droupadi Murmu.
Following the formal ceremony, Vaibhav Suryavanshi and his fellow awardees will have the distinct honor of meeting Prime Minister Narendra Modi, an interaction aimed at motivating the next generation of Indian leaders and achievers.
While the award is a moment of enormous pride, it comes with a professional trade-off. Due to his presence at the ceremony, Vaibhav Suryavanshi will be unavailable for the remnant of the Vijay Hazare Trophy. For any dedicated athlete, missing time on the field is a difficult choice; however, being recognized on a national stage for his contributions to sport is a rare and prestigious opportunity.
Vaibhav’s selection follows a string of breathtaking performances. He made headlines during Bihar’s opening match against Arunachal Pradesh where, in a stunning show of dominance, he smashed a monumental 190 runs off just 84 balls. This record-breaking innings solidified his reputation as one of the most explosive batters in the domestic circuit.
Vaibhav Suryavanshi journey from the grounds of Bihar to the Rashtrapati Bhavan serves as a lighthouse of hope for aspiring athletes across the country. As he balances the weight of national expectations with his natural flair for the game, this award acts as both a reward for his hard work and a catalyst for what promises to be an exceptional international career.
Why is the PMRBP Awarded?
The Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar is India’s highest civilian honor for children (aged 5-18). It is awarded annually for outstanding achievements in:
Bravery
- Art & Culture
-Environment
- Innovation
- Science & Technology
- Social Service
-Sports
The award recognizes outstanding contributions that merit national recognition and celebrates the excellence of India’s youth.
Addressing the ceremony, she said the awardees’ accomplishments in bravery, social service, sports, science and culture reflect the strength of India’s future and will inspire children across the country.
President Droupadi Murmu on Friday conferred the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar to 20 children for their exceptional achievements in the fields of Bravery, Social Service, Environment, Sports, Art & Culture and Science & Technology at a ceremony held in New Delhi.
Speaking on the occasion, she congratulated the recipients of the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar and said the award winning children have brought pride to their families, communities, and the entire country.
President Murmu expressed confidence that these awards will inspire all children across the country, and stated that this award has been presented to them for their encouragement.
Talking about the importance of the Veer Bal Diwas, which is observed on December 26, she said about 320 years ago, Guru Gobind Singh Ji, the tenth Sikh Guru who is revered by all Indians, and his four sons made the “supreme sacrifices” while fighting in support of truth and justice.
She said the bravery of the two youngest Sahibzadas — Baba Zorawar Singh and Baba Fateh Singh — is respected and respected both in India and abroad. She remembered with reverence the great child heroes who laid down their lives with pride for truth and justice.
The President said that the greatness of a country is certain when its children are filled with patriotism and high ideals, adding that she was happy to note that the children have showcased their exceptional talent in various fields such as courage, art and culture, environment, innovation, science and technology, social service, and sports.
“It is because of talented children such as the seven-year-old Vaka Lakshmi Pranikika that India is considered a chess powerhouse on the world stage. Ajay Raj and Mohammed Sidan P, who saved the lives of others with their bravery and intelligence, deserve all the praise they receive,” she said.
Nine-year-old daughter Vyoma Priya and 11-year-old courageous son Kamlesh Kumar lost their lives while saving the lives of others with their courage. Ten-year-old Sharavan Singh, amid the risks associated with war during Operation Sindoor, regularly delivered water, milk, and lassi to the Indian soldiers stationed at the border near his home. Whereas, the differently-abled daughter Shivani Hosuru Uppara has achieved extraordinary achievements in the world of sports, overcoming economic and physical limitations,” she said.
“Vaibhav Suryavanshi has made a name for himself in the highly competitive and talent-filled world of cricket and has set many records,” she said, mentioning some of the children who won awards.
The President expressed confidence that brave and talented children like him will continue to do good work and make India’s future bright.
Women and Child Development Minister Annapurna Devi, in her address, said the children who have been awarded have proven that with self-confidence and dedication, lack of resources can be overcome.
“I am happy to announce that this year, 20 talented children from 18 states and central states are being honoured. These young heroes have come from different parts of the country,” she said.
Our effort also encourages countless children to dream, fight and bring about meaningful change. We firmly believe that only on this strong foundation will India regain its glory and national pride,” she said.
The Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar is a prestigious national honor conferred annually by the Government of India on children for extraordinary excellence in Bravery, Art & Culture, Environment, Social Service, Science & Technology, and Sports. In 2025, 20 children from 18 States and Union Territories have been selected for this honour.
Speaking on the occasion, Vaibhav Suryavanshi the President congratulated the recipients of the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Award. She said that the award winning children have brought pride to their families, their communities, and the entire country. She expressed confidence that these awards will inspire all children across the nation. She stated that this award has been presented to them for their encouragement. She expressed confidence that these awards will inspire all the children of the nation.
The President said that about 320 years ago, Guru Gobind Singh Ji —the tenth Guru of the Sikh faith and revered by all Indians —and his four sons made supreme sacrifices while fighting in support of truth and justice. She said that the bravery of the two youngest Sahibzadas, is respected and respected both in India and abroad. She remembered with reverence the great child heroes who laid down their lives with pride for truth and justice.
The President said that the greatness of a nation is certain when its children are filled with patriotism and high ideals.
She was happy to note that the children have showcased their exceptional talent in various fields such as courage, art and culture, environment, innovation, science and technology, social service, and sports. She said that it is because of talented children such as the seven-year-old Vaka Lakshmi Pragnika that India is considered a chess powerhouse on the world stage. Ajay Raj and Mohammed Sidan P, who saved the lives of others with their bravery and intelligence, deserve all the praise they receive. Nine-year-old daughter Vyoma Priya and eleven-year-old courageous son Kamlesh Kumar lost their lives while saving the lives of others with their courage. Ten-year-old Sharavan Singh, amid the risks associated with war during Operation Sindoor, regularly delivered water, milk, and lassi to the Indian soldiers stationed at the border near his home. Whereas, the differently-abled daughter Shivani Hosuru Uppara has achieved extraordinary achievements in the world of sports, overcoming economic and physical limitations.Vaibhav Suryavanshi has made a name for himself in the highly competitive and talent-packed world of cricket and has set many records. She expressed confidence that brave and talented children like them will continue to do good work and make India’s future bright.
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