Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar (PMRBP) 2025 Date
The application window for the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar (PMRBP) 2025 is now open, courtesy of the Central Department of Women and Child Development. Those looking to submit their nominations have until July 31, 2024, to do so. Young achievers who have made notable contributions in areas such as sports, social service, science and technology, environmental efforts, arts and culture, and innovation are invited to be nominated for these esteemed awards in line with national criteria.
Prospective nominees who meet the eligibility criteria are urged to apply via the official Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar website at awards.gov.in before the final date of July 31, 2024. To qualify, applicants must be Indian citizens aged between 5 and 18 years as of July 31, 2024. Furthermore, the achievement or event for which they are being recognized should have occurred within the two years leading up to the submission of their application.
Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar Outline
| Topic | Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar |
| Type | Civilian award |
| Awarded for | Innovation, Scholastic Achievements, Social Service, Arts, Culture, Bravery, Sports |
| Venue | Durbar Hall, Rashtrapati |
| Presented by | Government of India |
| Reward | A medal and a certificate |
| Notification | Click here |
| Homepage | Click Here |
Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar 2025 Award
Every year on December 26, known as ‘Veer Bal Diwas,’ the recipients of the Prime Minister’s Rashtriya Bal Puraskar (PMRBP) are announced. This esteemed recognition is limited to a maximum of 25 exceptional children across various fields. However, the distinguished National Selection Committee may consider exceptions to this limit. Each honoree will receive a notable medal that represents their significant accomplishments, along with a certificate that highlights their extraordinary contributions.
The Bravery Award stands as a significant accolade given to a young individual who has shown remarkable courage and selflessness when faced with peril. This award honors those who have performed acts of exceptional bravery, such as risking their lives to save others, facing challenging natural or human-made crises with fearless determination, or demonstrating incredible mental resilience and quick thinking in dire situations that threaten both personal safety and the well-being of others. It is a celebration of those who have displayed extraordinary valor and commendable character during the most daunting and dangerous times.
Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar Eligibility Criteria
For a child to qualify for the awards listed on awards.gov.in, they must be an Indian citizen and reside in India, with their age falling between 6 and 18 years as of July 31st of the applicable year. Additionally, the event, action, or accomplishment for which the nomination is made must have taken place within two years prior to the deadline for submitting applications or nominations for that year.
Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar Selection Committee
The recipients are carefully selected by a panel that includes respected members from the Ministry of Women and Child Development, along with specialists from different departments and experts with extensive expertise in their respective areas. This varied group works together to evaluate and identify the most deserving candidates who have made meaningful impacts in the fields of women and child welfare.
Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar Notable Recipients
The distinguished recipients of the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar and the National Child Award/Bal Shakti Puraskar include:
- Palak Muchhal (2000)
- S. J. Jananiy (2001)
- Akshat Chopra (2007)
- Kishan SS (2009)
- Aravindh Chithambaram (2015)
- R Vaishali (2015)
- Vantika Agrawal (2016)
- Nihal Sarin (2016)
- Akash Manoj (2017)
- Zaira Wasim (2017)
- Dev Joshi (2019)
- Esow Alben (2019)
- Mohammed Suhail Chinya Salimpasha (2019)
- Shivangi Pathak (2019)
- R Praggnanandhaa (2019)
- Esha Singh (2020)
- Jyoti Kumari (2021)
- Souhardya De (2021)
- Prasiddhi Singh (2021)
- Linthoi Chanambam (2024)
Procedure for sending nomination in Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar
Submitting nominations for awards involves a structured approach that necessitates adherence to particular guidelines. To put forth a nomination, individuals must navigate to the National Awards Portal, which is exclusively accessible via the official website of the Ministry of Women and Child Development at www.wcd.nic.in. Nominations submitted through any other means will not be considered. After online submissions are made, these applications will be sent to the relevant States, Union Territories, and District Collectors or Magistrates for information verification. Only those nominations that receive recommendations by the specified deadline will be eligible for further assessment or action.
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