Abhinav Bindra Honored with Prestigious Olympic Order by IOC
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Award Recipient | Abhinav Bindra |
| Award | Olympic Order |
| Awarded By | International Olympic Committee (IOC) |
| Award Presentation Date | August 10, 2024 |
| Award Presentation Venue | 142nd IOC Session in Paris |
| Significance of Award | Highest award by IOC, recognizes contributions to the Olympic Movement |
| Key Achievement | Won men's 10-meter air rifle gold at 2008 Beijing Olympics (1st Indian) |
| Role in IOC | IOC Athlete Commission member since 2018 |
| Sports Minister's Statement | Congratulated by Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya for inspiring future athletes |
| IOC Recognition | Acknowledges exceptional service to Olympic ideals and sports development |