MP govt announces Rs 25 lakh cash, govt jobs each to athletes Yamini Maurya, Ajay Babu
Bhopal, Aug 1
Amid the outstanding performance of Indian athletes at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games 2026, players from Madhya Pradesh have also shone brightly on the international stage. Judo player Yamini Maurya from Sagar and weightlifter Ajay Babu brought laurels to the state by securing silver medals in their respective events.
Chief Minister Mohan Yadav and Sports and Youth Welfare Minister Vishvas Kailash Sarang have congratulated the duo on their remarkable achievement and announced that both athletes will be awarded Rs 25 lakh each along with government jobs as per the rules.
Minister Sarang clarified that under the state's sports policy, athletes who win silver medals at the Commonwealth Games are entitled to an incentive of Rs 25 lakh each and are provided with government jobs.
He personally spoke to Yamini Maurya via video call to congratulate her on the silver medal and expressed hope that she would go on to win gold in future competitions.
Chief Minister Mohan Yadav extended his best wishes to all Indian medal winners at the Commonwealth Games. He remarked that the discipline, dedication, and hard work shown by the athletes serve as a powerful inspiration for millions of young people across the country.
The Chief Minister specifically congratulated Neeraj Chopra for winning silver and Yashvir Singh for securing bronze in the men's javelin throw, as well as Tejaswin Shankar for claiming bronze in the decathlon.
He noted that these athletes have significantly enhanced India's prestige on the global stage through their stellar performances.
Sarang emphasised that the Madhya Pradesh government is committed to providing world-class sports facilities, modern training infrastructure, and comprehensive support to athletes, enabling them to excel consistently at both national and international levels.
Sports Minister Vishvas Kailash Sarang further stated that the success of Madhya Pradesh's athletes is a matter of immense pride for the entire state. He highlighted Yamini Maurya's outstanding performance that earned her the silver medal in the women's 57 kg judo event.
Ajay Babu also delivered a strong showing to clinch silver in weightlifting.
Sarang expressed confidence that athletes from Madhya Pradesh would continue to produce excellent results in upcoming international competitions.
— IANS
Reader Comments
This is great news! But I hope the government jobs are in the sports department or something related to their field, not just any clerical job. These athletes need proper infrastructure and coaching support to continue performing well. Also, what about the athletes who won bronze? They deserve recognition too!
Superb initiative by CM Mohan Yadav ji! 😊 Our athletes work so hard without any guaranteed future. A government job gives them financial security so they can focus on training. Yamini Maurya from a small town like Sagar winning silver at CWG is truly inspiring. We need more such policies across all states.
It's wonderful to see state governments rewarding athletes. In many countries, athletes receive government support, but ₹25 lakh and a guaranteed job shows real commitment. Hopefully this encourages more grassroots participation in sports across India. Congratulations to Yamini and Ajay! 🇮🇳
Good move, but let me play devil's advocate here. While rewarding silver medalists is great, we also need to focus on why our athletes, despite having talent, struggle to match global standards in gold. Investment in coaching, international exposure, and sports science is equally important. Cash rewards are welcome, but sustainable development is key. Still, congratulations to both champions! 🙌
As someone from MP, I'm so proud today!! Yamini Maurya's dedication is unmatched - she's an inspiration for every girl in Sagar who dreams big. Ajay Babu's weightlifting silver is equally impressive. The state government's support will go a long way. Jai Hind! 🚩
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