Chennai, October 22, 2026 (Yes Punjab News)
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay has announced a cash incentive of Rs 30 lakh for para badminton player Manisha Ramadass after she won a bronze medal at the fifth Asian Para Games in Japan.
Manisha secured the medal in the mixed doubles SL3-SU5 category, partnering Paralympic champion Pramod Bhagat. The Indian pair faced Indonesia’s Lani Ratri Oktila and Jikmat Ramdani in a hard-fought semifinal.
Congratulating Manisha and the Indian contingent, Vijay praised the Tamil Nadu athlete’s performance in a message posted on his official X account. He said her achievement reflected perseverance and hard work and could inspire young para athletes to pursue their sporting ambitions.
“My heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to the Indian team and Tamil Nadu’s Manisha Ramadass for winning the bronze medal in the mixed doubles SL3-SU5 badminton event at the fifth Asian Para Games being held in Japan,” he said.
The Chief Minister announced that the state government would award Manisha Rs 30 lakh in recognition of her medal-winning performance at the continental competition.
Vijay also expressed hope that the achievement would motivate emerging sportspersons and encourage more young people to take up competitive para sports. He conveyed his best wishes to Manisha for her future competitions, expressing confidence that she would continue bringing laurels to Tamil Nadu and India.
The announcement recognises Manisha’s contribution to India’s campaign at the Asian Para Games and highlights the state government’s support for athletes who achieve success at major international sporting events.
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