NEW DELHI: Delhi chief minister Rekha Gupta inaugurated the 47th National Junior Boys Handball Championship on Saturday at a government school in Pitampura.The event, organised by the Handball Federation of India (HFI) and the Delhi Handball Association, was attended by HFI President Shri Mahesh Kumar and local officials. Speaking to athletes from across India, the Chief Minister announced a cash prize of ₹1 lakh for the winning team.Rekha Gupta highlighted recent shifts in the capital’s sports policy, noting that allowances for state-level players have been increased to remove financial barriers to training. She reiterated the government’s commitment to nurturing talent from the school level through enhanced financial assistance.Gupta detailed the Delhi Government’s updated prize money structure for international achievements. Under the current policy, international medal winners are eligible for the following awards:Gold- Rs 7 croreSilver- Rs 5 croreBronze- Rs 3 croreReferencing Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision to host the 2036 Olympic Games, the Chief Minister stated that the achievements of young athletes would be instrumental in realising this goal. Quoting cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar, she encouraged the participants to “enjoy the game and chase your dreams.”End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosIndia-EU FTA: Piyush Goyal Wraps Up Brussels Visit; Push To Accelerate Trade Deal Talks’Hope India Backs Denmark’: Danish MP Urges Delhi’s Support Amid Trump’s Greenland ThreatsOdisha Plane Crash: Nine-Seater Aircraft Crash-Lands Near Rourkela, 6 InjuredWhy Nations Fight Wars: Ajit Doval Breaks Down Power Game, Morale, Western Fear And India’s Rise’They Amended UAPA’: Owaisi Blames Congress For Umar Khalid And Sharjeel Imam’s Jail Without Trial’No Courage, No Strength’: Lt Gen Katiyar Ridicules Pak, Exposes Terror Strategy, Warns Against War’Hijab-Clad Woman As India’s PM’: Owaisi’s Remark Gets ‘Hindu Nation’ Retort From BJP’s Nitish Rane’India Will Develop Even On Autopilot’, Says NSA Ajit Doval As He Credits PM Modi’s LeadershipHindu Farmer Killing in Sindh Triggers Protests A Day After India Exposed Pak’s Record on MinoritiesDefence Spending Can Fuel Growth, Says CDS Anil Chauhan As India Rethinks Guns Versus Butter Debate123PhotostoriesNupur Sanon and Stebin Ben’s romantic pictures together ahead of the dreamy wedding7 winter ladoos packed with protein that actually keep you fullStebin Ben’s most romantic songs that will make you fall in love with the singerTop motivational series to watch on OTTNupur Sanon best ethnic looks: A glimpse at the bride-to-be’s most stunning fashion momentsLittle verses, lasting values: Why shlokas matter in a child’s early years10 Nepali dishes trending right now and why they’re the ultimate comfort foodFrom shacks to skyline: North Chennai families get a fresh start in CMDA’s new housing hubFrom Coelacanth to Lamreys: 8 living animals that existed even before DinosaursBengaluru to West Bengal by rail: Amrit Bharat Express leads trio of new long-distance trains (In Photos)123Hot PicksTrump tariffsUS Supreme CourtGold rate todayBengaluru newsCigarette price hikePublic holidays January 2026Bank Holidays JanuaryTop TrendingCandace OwensBill KennedyDonald TrumpVanessa BryantJaipur Audi AccidentDrew McIntyreAndhra Pradesh Student Missing in USWasim AkramWPL Live ScoreStefon Diggs
NEW DELHI: Delhi chief minister Rekha Gupta inaugurated the 47th National Junior Boys Handball Championship on Saturday at a government school in Pitampura.The event, organised by the Handball Federation of India (HFI) and the Delhi Handball Association, was attended by HFI President Shri Mahesh Kumar and local officials. Speaking to athletes from across India, the Chief Minister announced a cash prize of ₹1 lakh for the winning team.Rekha Gupta highlighted recent shifts in the capital’s sports policy, noting that allowances for state-level players have been increased to remove financial barriers to training. She reiterated the government’s commitment to nurturing talent from the school level through enhanced financial assistance.Gupta detailed the Delhi Government’s updated prize money structure for international achievements. Under the current policy, international medal winners are eligible for the following awards:
- Gold- Rs 7 crore
- Silver- Rs 5 crore
- Bronze- Rs 3 crore
Referencing Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision to host the 2036 Olympic Games, the Chief Minister stated that the achievements of young athletes would be instrumental in realising this goal. Quoting cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar, she encouraged the participants to “enjoy the game and chase your dreams.”