Neeraj Chopra, Sreejesh, Deepa Karmakar, and Lovlina Borgohain's Mothers to Be Honored at Jijamata Samman Ceremony
‘Jijamata Samman’ Ceremony to Honor Sporting Mothers on January 19 in Bhopal
BNH NETWORK
Bhopal -The prestigious ‘Jijamata Samman’ ceremony, organized by Khel Bharati, will take place on January 19, Sunday, at Ravindra Bhavan in Bhopal. The event will be graced by distinguished guests, including the General Secretary of Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), Dattatreya Hosabale, Union Minister of Sports, Mansukh Mandaviya, Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav, and Madhya Pradesh’s Minister for Sports and Youth Welfare, Vishwas Sarang.
The ‘Jijamata Samman’ honors the mothers of athletes who have excelled in international sporting events, recognizing their immense contribution to their children’s success. The event highlights the importance of maternal love, discipline, and inspiration, acknowledging that no athlete can succeed without the support of their mothers. The ceremony aims to inspire society and shed light on the vital role of motherhood in shaping athletes’ careers.
Athletes' Mothers to Be Honored:
The following mothers of prominent athletes will be recognized for their unwavering support:
- Saroj Devi, mother of Neeraj Chopra, Olympic Gold and Silver Medalist in Javelin Throw
- Gauri Karmakar, mother of Deepa Karmakar, India’s first female gymnast at the Olympics
- Moni Devi, mother of Lovlina Borgohain, Olympic Boxing Champion
- Usha Kumari, mother of P.R. Sreejesh, former goalkeeper of the Indian Hockey Team
- Kamla Devi, mother of Vivek Sagar, Indian Hockey Team player
- Shweta Lekhra, mother of Avani Lekhra, Paralympic Gold Medalist in 10m Air Rifle Shooting
The ‘Jijamata Samman’ ceremony serves as a tribute to the incredible mothers who have played an integral part in their children’s sporting journeys, making this a truly special occasion for the sporting community.
