CNN Central News & Network-ITDC India Epress/ITDC News Bhopal: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay honoured sportspersons who delivered outstanding performances at the Asian Games 2026 and the 46th Chess Olympiad, presenting them with incentive awards worth crores of rupees.
At a programme held in Chennai, 18 players from the state were given incentive awards totalling Rs 8.25 crore. On the occasion, the Chief Minister also reaffirmed the government’s commitment to providing facilities to help athletes perform better at the international level.
Prize money has been fixed for players who won medals at the Asian Games. Gold medallists received Rs 75 lakh, silver medallists Rs 50 lakh and bronze medallists Rs 30 lakh. G. Kamalini, a gold medal-winning player from the Indian women’s cricket team, received Rs 75 lakh. Washington Sundar, a member of the Indian men’s cricket team, was also given an incentive amount of Rs 75 lakh for winning gold.
Athlete Vithya Ramraj received a total of Rs 1.55 crore for three medals. She produced a strong performance at the Asian Games by winning gold, silver and bronze medals.
Chief Minister Vijay also launched the ‘Dream Olympics’ scheme. Under the scheme, Asian Games and Commonwealth Games medallists, along with eligible para-athletes, will receive support of up to Rs 50 lakh annually for training and a monthly stipend of Rs 1 lakh. The initiative aims to provide financial support for better training, nutrition and preparation for international competitions.
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