'Son of the nation': Paralympic gold medalist Praveen Kumar to be honoured with Padma Shri
Paralympic gold medalist Praveen Kumar will be honored with the Padma Shri award at the 2026 Investiture Ceremony. He is recognized for his significant contributions to sports, particularly in para athletics. Praveen's achievements include winning a gold medal at the 2024 Summer Paralympics and breaking multiple records in his sport.
- ▪Praveen Kumar will receive the Padma Shri during the first Investiture Ceremony of the Padma Awards 2026 at Rashtrapati Bhavan on May 25.
- ▪He is the world No. 1 para high jumper and has won medals at the Paralympic Games, World Championships, and Asian Para Games.
- ▪Praveen won silver in the men's high jump T64 event at the 2020 Summer Paralympics and gold at the 2024 Summer Paralympics.
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