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MP Sports Minister announces ₹1 crore for sportsmen participating in international events

Congress-led Madhya Pradesh’s Sports and Youth Welfare Minister Jitu Patwari announces monetary incentives for sportsmen, encouraging them to participate at international level

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Photo Courtesy: PTI  Madhya Pradesh’s Sports and Youth Welfare Minister Jitu Patwari (file photo)

Madhya Pradesh Sports and Youth Welfare Minister Jitu Patwari has announced a reward of ₹1 crore for sportsmen participating in international competitions.

Patwari made the announcement at a felicitation function for state athletes here on Wednesday February 13. The minister also announced a reward of ₹5 crore for sportsmen winning gold in international competitions,₹3 crore for every silver medal and ₹1 crore for every bronze winner from the state.

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He said a grant of ₹5 lakh would be given to national level athletes from Madhya Pradesh, and a government job for sportsmen who participate in at least three national competitions.

The minister presented upcoming athletes with sports kits on the occasion.

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