Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar

• For the year Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar 2024, 19 children have been selected from 18 States and UTs for their exceptional achievements.
• The awards were conferred by the President of India at a ceremonial function.
• The children will also participate in the Republic Day parade on 26th January, 2024.

ABOUT PRADHAN MANTRI RASHTRIYA BAL PURASKAR

• Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar (PMRBP) – is given to children with exceptional abilities and outstanding achievements.
• The awards are given to children in the age group 5 – 18 years for their excellence in seven categories for Bravery, Art & Culture, Environment, Innovation, Science & Technology, Social Service and Sports that deserve national recognition.
• Each awardee of PMRBP is given a medal, certificate and a citation booklet.
• The awards are annually given by the Ministry of Women and Child Development.
• Only Indian citizens, residing in India are eligible.