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The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, today met and interacted with the winners of the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar 2019.
The children explained in detail, their special achievements, and shared their inspirational stories.
The Prime Minister appreciated and congratulated the award winners for their achievements.
He said that these awards offer an opportunity for recognition of talented children, and serve as inspiration for others like them.
The Prime Minister urged the extra-ordinarily gifted children to stay connected with nature.
He shared some light and informal moments with the children who also requested him for autographs.
Background
The Rashtriya Bal Puraskar awards have been given in two categories: Bal Shakti Puraskar to individuals; and Bal Kalyan Puraskar to institutions/individuals working for children.
A total of 783 applications were received for the Bal Shakti Puraskar this year. The Ministry for Women and Child Development selected 26 awardees for Bal Shakti Puraskar, under the category of innovation, scholastic, sports, arts & culture, social service and bravery. The National Selection Committee also finalized the names of 2 individuals and 3 institutions for Bal Kalyan Puraskar.
Had a wonderful interaction with winners of Rashtriya Bal Puraskar 2019. pic.twitter.com/wPqvl2CL3Z
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 24, 2019
My young friend Mohammed Suhail Chinya Salimpasha hails from Karnataka.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 24, 2019
He has been awarded the Bal Shakti Puraskar for his work in using technology to diagnose Pre-symptomatic Protein Energy Malnutrition non-invasively using paper.
Congratulations to him! pic.twitter.com/blFUMliYKp
Towering efforts, outstanding outcomes!
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 24, 2019
Arunima Sen has done great work. She developed a model for energy efficient skyscrapers, solution to increase barley yield & a device determining micronutrient levels in a body using strands of hair.
Glad she won the Bal Shakti Puraskar. pic.twitter.com/NUrzAVegz5
Saluting the innovative zeal of young India.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 24, 2019
The projects Aswath Suryanarayanan steered include ‘Magnetically operated Kinetic Car (MAGOKIN)’, and a mathematical model for managing space debris.
Congrats on being conferred the Bal Shakti Puraskar. pic.twitter.com/PRNn8sZSSY
Naisargik Lenka is 16 and at such a young age, he worked on innovative solutions for remediation of contaminated soil and water, a method of treating municipal waste water and a smart toilet model which has been named 'Swachh APT.’
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 24, 2019
A fitting recipient of the Bal Shakti Puraskar! pic.twitter.com/JxkDGZzY54
Innovative Yuva Shakti!
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 24, 2019
A U Nachiketh Kumar prepared standard rubber sheets from a fruit named Bilimbi (Averrhoa bilimbi) as a sustainable and environment friendly substitute for rubber latex created from formic acid by farmers.
Best wishes to him for his future endeavours. pic.twitter.com/0fLNBbIqgI
Delhi’s Madhav Lavakare made an affordable wearable assistive device for the hearing impaired called ‘Transcribe.’
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 24, 2019
It aims to bridge the communication gap between hearing impaired persons and those with hearing ability but not knowing sign language.
Happy to have met him today. pic.twitter.com/0TEqUc6mdA
Meet Aryamaan Lakhotia from West Bengal.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 24, 2019
He founded ‘Toy Joy’ with the aim of collecting and distributing toys to the underprivileged children in Kolkata.
The organisation has spread to seven cities and brightened the lives of thousands of children! pic.twitter.com/g8Lu7W1P6b
Through theatre, Prathyaksha B R has been spreading awareness about the importance of toilets in homes.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 24, 2019
She conducted plays in remote villages of Karnataka and inspired people to construct toilets in their home.
Happy that she has got the Bal Shakti Puraskar. pic.twitter.com/gLL0tvvkvR
Youngsters like Eiha Dixit indicate that the Yuva Shakti of India will do outstanding things. She celebrated her 6th birthday by planting record 1008 saplings! She is extremely passionate about mitigating climate change. Proud that she has been conferred the Bal Shakti Puraskar. pic.twitter.com/XVFNwyFmqO
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 24, 2019
Congratulated the energetic Tashi Namgyal, who has been supporting the education of young children from poor economic backgrounds. He runs 5 schools in Himachal Pradesh through which many children have benefitted. pic.twitter.com/13Q86yo7n2
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 24, 2019
Ensuring a healthy India!
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 24, 2019
Met Dr. Arunalla Sridhar Reddy from Andhra Pradesh, who has conducted free dental check-ups and treatment for thousands of children. He also runs 3 homes to take care of under-privileged children. pic.twitter.com/ZraNgXFNlR
Odisha's Ayushman Tripathy has won many accolades for his scholastic abilities at the National and International, level including at the International Junior Science Olympiad, 2016 held at Bali, Indonesia. He has represented India in Global Youth Leaders Conference, 2018 in USA. pic.twitter.com/ww5WKmQuq3
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 24, 2019
More power to Megha Bose’s scholastic zeal! She distinguished herself at several Olympiads and quizzes. It was wonderful to interact with her and discuss a wide range of issues. Happy that she has been conferred the Bal Shakti Puraskar. pic.twitter.com/8Uv8nooNQN
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 24, 2019
Nishant Dhankhar is an ace mathematician, who has won many accolades internationally.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 24, 2019
His project on Szemerédi's theorem has been internationally acknowledged and appreciated. pic.twitter.com/SwCYspHIoz
Young Shivangi from Haryana is scaling the peaks of achievement, literally!
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 24, 2019
She is the youngest girl from India to scale Mount Everest from the Nepal side. She has also climbed the highest peaks in Africa and Europe.
I congratulate her on winning the Bal Shakti Puraskar. pic.twitter.com/DROBjRTRZQ
My young friend Esow from Andaman and Nicobar islands has made us proud. He was awarded the Junior World No. 1 at the UCI Junior Track Cycling World Championship in Switzerland.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 24, 2019
Congratulations, Esow! pic.twitter.com/NDPC0IgQlV
It was a pleasure meeting young Priyam Tated. From Andhra Pradesh, he is a wonderful exponent of Roller or Figure Skating. He has made India proud by winning several awards on the world stage. Congratulations Priyam on winning the Bal Shakti Puraskar. pic.twitter.com/kZwhIan7yN
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 24, 2019
Anish, from Haryana, is great at aiming and achieving. He is an international Gold medalist young shooter who won at the Commonwealth Games in Gold Coast. I congratulate young Anish on winning the Bal Shakti Puraskar and wish him great success in the future! pic.twitter.com/ag61VLybpq
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 24, 2019
Angel Vijay Deokule, from Maharashtra, is an inspiration for young girls. She is an Sqay martial artist and has brought laurels for India globally. Congratulations on winning the Bal Shakti Puraskar and all the best for the upcoming championships! pic.twitter.com/uOsbrIl2Dc
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 24, 2019
Kartik Kumar Goyal and Adrika Goyal from Madhya Pradesh showed courage and social consciousness in providing food, water, and first aid to panicked train passengers during an adverse situation. I congratulate my brave young friends on winning the Bal Shakti Puraskar! pic.twitter.com/Z6dU5NUjLL
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 24, 2019
Meeting and knowing brave Nikhil Jituri was a pleasure. He saved the life of a two-year-old who accidentally fell into a deep open well. Our young friend from Karnataka showed great courage and presence of mind. I congratulate Nikhil on winning the Bal Shakti Puraskar! pic.twitter.com/kcQXjyB0dm
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 24, 2019
Truptraj Atul Pandya is a master percussionist He is an established radio and TV artist as well, who has given more than several live performances. Proud that he has been conferred the Bal Shakti Puraskar. pic.twitter.com/iZu8ThvxH0
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 24, 2019
Meet Aryaman Agarwal.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 24, 2019
He is a young magician, who presents interesting magic tricks. He has done shows not only for large audiences but also has done many workshops and demonstrations for the underprivileged. pic.twitter.com/1UEoKiyiHx
Vinayaka M belongs to Karnataka. He is a versatile artist and has given several stupendous performances. His musical talent has been appreciated nationally and globally. pic.twitter.com/WUT5MC42cA
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 24, 2019
Dev Dushyantkumar Joshi has distinguished himself as an actor. His work in TV serials has been admired all over. Happy to have met this winner of the Bal Shakti Puraskar. pic.twitter.com/jFtXN2fpMA
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 24, 2019
Honouring a young genius!
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 24, 2019
Raam M is a versatile music maestro. He is among the youngest Indians to have succeeded with distinction in final (8th) grade examination by Trinity College, London. He has also taken part in many Carnatic Music Concerts. pic.twitter.com/DntMZIbDEM
India is phenomenally proud of these young achievers, who have been distinguishing themselves in a wide range of areas.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 24, 2019
Wishing them the very best for their endeavours ahead. https://t.co/YGUhfpAwGg pic.twitter.com/vNkd5ixhZA
