Indian Sports Honours 2024 Celebrates Nation's Sporting Elite
Mumbai, November 10, 2024 - The fifth edition of the Indian Sports Honours was held in a grand ceremony that highlighted the achievements of India's top athletes across various sports disciplines. Organized by Cornerstone Sport, the event took place on Saturday evening, bringing together the cream of the sports and entertainment industries.
The gala event commenced with a dazzling red carpet where stars from both the sports and entertainment worlds mingled, celebrating the spirit of sportsmanship. Notable attendees included Olympic gold medalist Abhinav Bindra, tennis ace Sania Mirza, Paralympic star Muralikant Petkar, boxing champion Vijender Singh, wrestler Yogeshwar Dutt, cricket prodigy Yashasvi Jaiswal, emerging cricket star Shreyanka Patil, shooter Sarabjot Singh, badminton sensation Lakshya Sen, cricket veteran Robin Uthappa, Paralympic shooter Avani Lekhara, hockey captain Rani Rampal, and drag-flicker Harmanpreet Singh.
The event was not just a celebration but a significant platform to promote sports across India, recognizing athletes from Olympic sports, Paralympic sports, Asian Games, Commonwealth Games, as well as cricket, squash, and chess.
Celebrities from Bollywood also graced the occasion, adding glamour to the event. Kartik Aaryan, Karan Johar, Ananya Panday, Angad Bedi, and Neha Dhupia were among the notable figures from the entertainment industry who attended.
The Indian Sports Honours, since its inception, has aimed to acknowledge and applaud the relentless efforts and extraordinary achievements of Indian athletes, fostering a culture of sports appreciation and development in the country. The event concluded with awards being presented to athletes who have excelled in their respective fields, promising to inspire future generations of sports enthusiasts.
This year's honours not only celebrated the past achievements but also looked forward to the future of sports in India, with many young athletes receiving accolades, signaling a bright future for Indian sports on the global stage.
First Published: November 10, 2024, 20:39 IST