Ayaan Sajad awarded Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar-2024
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| News Event | Ayaan Sajad from Anantnag, Jammu and Kashmir awarded the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar-2024 by the President for his achievements in art and culture. |
| Recipient | Ayaan Sajad, a 12-year-old singer. |
| Achievements | - Gained recognition for Kashmiri songs that went viral on social media. |
| - Millions of views on his music, trending in Kashmir. | |
| - Aims to represent India and Kashmir, inspiring future | |
| Acknowledgment | - National Conference president and State Chief Minister congratulated Ayaan. |
| - Leaders expressed hope his talent would inspire youth in Jammu and Kashmir. | |
| - Reaffirmed commitment to supporting youth in their pursuit of excellence. | |
| About PMRBP | - Celebrates children's energy, determination, and excellence in seven categories: Art & Culture, Bravery, Environment, Innovation, Science & Technology, Social Service, and Sports. |
| - Award includes a medal, cash prize of Rs. 1 Lakh, a Certificate, and a Citation. | |
| - Selection by a Committee chaired by the Union Minister for Women and Child Development. | |
| - Awards given by the President of India in the week preceding Republic Day. | |
| Eligibility Criteria | - Indian Citizen and resident of India. |
| - Age between 5 and 18 years (as on 31st July of the respective year). | |
| - Act/incident/achievement must be within 2 years of the last date of application/nomination. |