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    Hockey India congratulates Sreejesh on being conferred with Padma Bhushan
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    Hockey India Congratulates Sreejesh On Being Conferred With Padma Bhushan

    By IANS News January 26, 2025 • 14:04 PM View: 496
    Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna: Hockey India on Sunday extended its heartfelt congratulations to former Indian men’s team goalkeeper PR Sreejesh on being conferred with the prestigious Padma Bhushan, which is the third-highest civilian award in India.

    Interestingly, Sreejesh, revered as the ‘God of Modern Indian Hockey’ and currently serving as the coach of the junior men's team, became only the second hockey player to receive the Padma Bhushan after the legendary Major Dhyan Chand, who was honoured with the award in 1956.

    Sreejesh’s stellar career, which spanned 18 years and saw him represent India in 336 international matches, came to a close after the Paris Olympics 2024. In his final appearance at the Olympics, Sreejesh’s exceptional goalkeeping helped India secure a bronze, adding to the historic bronze medal won in Tokyo 2020.

    TAGS Hockey India PR Sreejesh Padma Bhushan Modern Indian Hockey Major Dhyan Chand Paris Olympics FIH Goalkeeper Arjuna Award Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna World Games Athlete Asia Cup Hockey India President Dilip Tirkey Bhola Nath
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