CM Vijay Honors Asian Games Gold Medalist Vithya Ramraj with ₹75 Lakh!
CM Vijay Honors Asian Games Gold Medalist Vithya Ramraj with ₹75 Lakh!
Tamil Nadu CM Vijay announces a grand ₹75 lakh reward for Vithya Ramraj's Asian Games 4x400m relay gold. A proud moment for India and TN! #AsianGames2026
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, In a resounding celebration of athletic excellence, Chief Minister C.
Joseph Vijay today announced a substantial cash prize of ₹75 lakh for athlete Vithya Ramraj.
This significant reward comes in recognition of her stellar performance, clinching a gold medal in the demanding 4x400-metre relay event at the ongoing Asian Games in Japan.
The Chief Minister shared the exciting news in a social media post, highlighting the immense pride Vithya’s achievement has brought to both India and her home state of Tamil Nadu. This gold medal marks her third medal at this year's Asian Games, solidifying her status as a formidable force in athletics.
This latest announcement follows a prior commendation just a day earlier, when CM Vijay had declared a cash prize of ₹30 lakh for Vithya's bronze medal win in the 400-metre hurdles event. Her consistent performance across multiple disciplines has not only earned her personal accolades but has also significantly contributed to India's overall medal tally.
Vithya Ramraj's gold medal in the 4x400-metre relay, alongside her bronze, illustrates the depth of talent emerging from India's athletic circuit. Her success resonates deeply, inspiring aspiring athletes across the nation.
The Asian Games 2026 has been a showcase of India's growing prowess in sports.
While specific details about India’s position were not highlighted by CM Vijay, Vithya’s contribution, alongside other athletes like Neeru Dhanda who secured gold in women's trap shooting, has undeniably pushed the nation higher in the overall medal standings, making these games a memorable one for Indian sports enthusiasts.
