Odisha para-badminton sensation and reigning world champion Parmod reaped befitting harvest of his gold medal triumph at the Tokhyo Paralympic Games when Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik felicitated hime with a cash award of Rs 6 crores at the Kalinga Hockey Stadium in Bhubaneswar today. He was also offered a Group A level government job.
Congratulating Bhagat, Chief Minister Patnaik said, “Your victory was a proud moment for the entire nation and will remain forever so. You have truly redefined how sports can uplift and empower lives. You have inspired a generation of sportspersons and para sportspersons to create their own destiny. I wish you all the very best for greater glories. We will continue to support you in your journey ahead.”