CM Vijay announces cash reward for Para Asian Games bronze medallists Jehan, Sahana

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay on Tuesday announced a cash incentive of Rs 30 lakh each for para table tennis players Jehan Dorab Madan and Baby Sahana Ravi after they won bronze medals at the Asian Para Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan.

Vijay congratulated both athletes for bringing pride to Tamil Nadu and India, announcing the rewards in separate posts on social media platform X. The move follows the state government's efforts to recognise athletes for their performances at major international competitions.

In his message for Jehan, Vijay praised the athlete for winning bronze in the men's singles table tennis event and said the cash incentive



was being awarded in recognition of his achievement. He added that the victory would inspire and motivate young para athletes in Tamil Nadu, while wishing Jehan continued success in the future.

In a separate post, the Chief Minister congratulated Sahana for her bronze medal in the women's singles Class 9 event. He described her as a dedicated sportsperson and said her achievement would provide fresh inspiration to young para athletes in the state.

"Sportswoman Baby Sahana Ravi has accomplished this feat through her hard work and dedication," Vijay said, wishing her more victories and further success in bringing pride to Tamil Nadu and India.