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Biju Patnaik Sports Award for Lifetime Achievement in Promotion of Sports & Games
Odisha
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Objective:
Benefits
- The award shall be presented every year subject to the availability of a suitable candidate, which will carry a cash award of ₹3,00,000/-.
- A statue, a scroll of honour, and a blazer with a tie shall be given along with all the Cash Awards.
- The Awardees shall be invited to receive the awards in person. They shall be given T.A. and D.A. at the rate admissible to a Grade 'A' Officer.
Eligibility
- The applicant should be a permanent resident of the State of Odisha or shall be staying at least for a period not less than 07 years.
- To be eligible for this Award, a sportsperson should have not only good performances at the National and International levels but should also have continued to contribute to the promotion of sports and games in his/her individual capacity even after retirement from an active sporting career.
- The minimum age of the applicant should be 45 years as of 1st January of the year of the Award.
- The applicant should not have been convicted of any criminal offence.
- The award will be conferred on a person only once in his/her lifetime, pertaining to the concerned category.
- Persons found positive for use of drugs/banned substances for performance enhancement, will not be eligible for this Award.
Annulment Cancellation of Award:
- The Award may be cancelled in case it is found that it has been obtained by fraudulent means.
- In such event, the concerned person shall be asked to refund the award failing which steps will be taken to recover the involved cost from him/her with simple interest @ 5% per annum.
Application Process
Application Process:
Scrutiny of Application:
- Secretary, Sports and Youth Services Department will constitute a five-member scrutiny Committee comprising senior officials and coaches of the Department with Director-cum-Addl. Secretary, Sports and Youth Services Department or the senior most officer of the Department as head of the Committee to scrutinize all the applications and place the scrutiny result before the selection committee for consideration.
Selection Procedure:
- An eight-member Selection Committee will be constituted by Govt. under the chairmanship of the Secretary, Sports and Youth Services Department for the selection of awardees.
- The Selection Committee shall examine the scrutinized nominations/ applications and recommend names for each award for approval of Government at the level of Hon'ble Minister, Sports & Youth Services.
Timeline for the Award:
- Invitation of application through issue of Advertisement: By 31st January.
- Last date for receipt of applications: By 31st March
- Scrutiny and Selection: By 31st May
- Award Ceremony: 29th August (National Sports Day)
Documents Required
- Identity proof
- Three Passport size photographs
- Proof of Residence
- Proof of age
- Performance in detail in the field of Sports & Games in previous years at the State/National/International level supported with photocopies of documents
- Disability Certificate, (If applicable)
- Adequate documentary evidence in support of the claim for the award
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the "Biju Patnaik Sports Award for Lifetime Achievement in Promotion of Sports & Games"?
This award is a prestigious award category under the broader "Biju Patnaik Sports Award" Scheme. It is an initiative launched by the Sports & Youth Services Department, Government of Odisha.
Who is eligible to receive the Award?
The award is given to a sportsperson who have not only good performances in National and International levels but also have continued to contribute for promotion of sports and games in his/her individual capacity even after retirement from active sporting career.
How often is the Award presented, and what is the cash award associated with it?
The award shall be presented every year subject to the availability of suitable candidates, which will carry a cash award of ₹3,00,000/-.
Besides the cash award, what other recognitions are given to the awardee?
In addition to the cash award, the awardee will receive a statue, a scroll of honor, and a blazer with a tie.
Is there any provision for travel and accommodation for the awardees?
Yes, awardees will be invited to receive the awards in person, and they shall be provided with Travel Allowance (T.A.) and Daily Allowance (D.A.) at the rate admissible to a Grade 'A' Officer.
Can this Award be awarded posthumously?
Yes, the award can be given posthumously, and it will be presented to the next of kin of the awardee.
What happens if there is more than one person selected for an award?
In the case of selecting more than one person for an award, the award money will be shared among the awardees.
Is the Department of Sports & Youth Services obligated to confer the award every year?
No, it is not binding on the Department of Sports & Youth Services to confer the award every year. In the absence of suitable candidates, the award may not be given for the respective year.
Who is eligible to apply for the Award?
To be eligible for the award, the applicant should be a permanent resident of the State of Odisha or have been staying in the state for a period not less than 07 years.
What is the minimum age requirement for applicants?
The minimum age of the applicant should be 45 years as of 1st January of the year in which the award is conferred.
Are there any criminal history restrictions for applicants?
Yes, applicants should not have been convicted of any criminal offence to be eligible for the Award.
Can a person receive the award more than once in their lifetime?
No, the award will be conferred on a person only once in their lifetime, specifically pertaining to the concerned category.
How to apply for the award under this scheme?
Applicants can collect the application form from the specified offices, fill in the necessary details, attach all the required documents (self-attested), and submit the form to the designated authority.
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