STAFF WRITER 16:58 HRS IST
New Delhi, Oct 3 (PTI) In a bid to boost India's chances at the Commonwealth Games, Oil Minister today announced cash awards for Indian medal winners.
Petroleum Sports Promotion Board (PSPB), whose patron is Deora, will give Rs 10 lakh for every gold medalist, Rs 7.5 lakh for silver medalist and Rs 5 lakh for every bronze medalist, an official statement said here.
Describing the significance of the decision, Deora said that this will go a long way in promoting sports in the country. He expressed hope that the lead provided by the oil PSUs and PSPB will encourage youngsters to take sports as a career.
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