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Harmanpreet Kaur and Rohit Sharma Honoured with Padma Shri
Indian cricketers Harmanpreet Kaur and Rohit Sharma are among the 131 individuals awarded the Padma Shri, India’s fourth-highest civilian honor, announced by the central government on January 26, 2026. The Hindu reported the awards recognizing excellence across various fields.
Harmanpreet Kaur’s Achievements
Harmanpreet Kaur led the Indian women’s cricket team to their first-ever World Cup title in 2023. The International Cricket Council (ICC) documented India’s victory over Australia in the semi-final and South Africa in the final. The 36-year-old was playing in her fifth ODI World Cup when she achieved this historic feat, overcoming a challenging start to the tournament with three consecutive defeats.
“My dad got a call from the president’s House. This year I’m going to get the Padma Shri Award,” Harmanpreet said in a Mumbai Indians video. “I think it’s a very big moment for me. And I’m happy that, you know, before me my parents got to know.”
Rohit Sharma’s Recognition
the Padma Shri also recognizes Rohit Sharma‘s leadership, especially for leading India to