Chandigarh University News

New Delhi:   Sanjay, a prominent member of India’s Hockey Team and Chandigarh University student, was conferred the prestigious Arjuna Award for Hockey at the 2024 National Sports Awards ceremony. The award, presented by President Droupadi Murmu, recognizes his outstanding contributions to Indian hockey, including his instrumental role in securing a Bronze Medal at the 2024 Olympics. A vital player in the Indian squad, Sanjay has been widely praised for his exceptional skills on the field and his commitment to the sport. His journey from a budding athlete to a celebrated national icon serves as an inspiration to many aspiring hockey players across the country. This also makes him the second Chandigarh University student, after Kabaddi player Pawan Kumar Sehrawat, to be bestowed upon with this iconic award.  The Arjuna Award, one of the highest honors for sports in India, acknowledges Sanjay’s dedication, perseverance, and exceptional performances that have brought glory to the...

Chandigarh University student Pawan Kumar Sehrawat conferred with Arjuna Award by President Pawan Sehrawat amongst the 26 players recognized with the second highest honour for his contribution in the field of Kabaddi.   Chandigarh University (CU) student Pawan Kumar Sehrawat, the captain of Indian Kabaddi team, was on Monday (9 January) bestowed with the prestigious Arjuna Award, the second-highest athletic honour in India. Pawan received the prestigious Arjuna Award from President Droupadi Murmu for his brilliant contribution to Indian Kabaddi.   Pawan, under whose leadership the Indian Kabaddi team returned with a Gold in Asian Games 2023 after eight years (2014), was awarded the honour at a glittering ceremony held at Rashtrapati Bhavan. Thanking the Chandigarh University for its role in helping him in pursuing excellence in Kabaddi, Pawan said, “The University has always encouraged students towards sports, due to which they have been able to follow the...