Madhya Pradesh Rewards Vivek Sagar Prasad

The Madhya Pradesh government has announced a reward of Rs 1 crore for Vivek Sagar Prasad, a member of the Indian men's hockey team that won a bronze medal at the Paris Olympics 2024. The team secured the bronze by defeating Spain 2-1, marking India's second consecutive Olympic bronze in hockey after a 52-year gap since the last back-to-back medals in 1968 and 1972. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav congratulated Prasad, a native of Itarsi, during a video call, expressing national pride in the team's achievement. This victory also highlights Prasad's significant contributions, as he was part of the bronze-winning team at the Tokyo Olympics in 2020. The Madhya Pradesh government previously recognized his efforts with a similar reward after the Tokyo Games. Prasad's journey from humble beginnings to Olympic success underscores his determination and talent in hockey.