Tripura government felicitates Commonwealth Games gold medallist Asmita Dey
Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha honoured judoka Asmita Dey in Agartala on Wednesday for her gold medal win at the Commonwealth Games. The state government presented Dey with a cash award of Rs 10 lakh and allotted land for the construction of a house in recognition of her achievement as the first Indian judoka to win gold at the event.
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What Happened
Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha felicitated judoka Asmita Dey at a ceremony held at the Rabindra Satabarshiki Bhawan in Agartala on Wednesday. The event was organised by the state's Youth Affairs and Sports Department alongside the Tripura Judo Association. During the ceremony, the state government awarded Dey a cash prize of Rs 10 lakh and confirmed the allotment of land for her to build a house.
Chief Minister Saha praised Dey for her historic performance and encouraged her to maintain discipline as she prepares for future competitions, including the Asian Games. He noted that the state government decided to provide the land following discussions with the athlete. The Chief Minister also highlighted her achievement by referring to her as a new golden girl of the state, drawing a comparison to gymnast Dipa Karmakar.
Key Facts
- Asmita Dey is the first Indian judoka to win a gold medal at the Commonwealth Games.
- The Tripura government awarded Asmita Dey Rs 10 lakh in cash.
- The state government allotted land to Asmita Dey for building a house in Agartala.
- Chief Minister Manik Saha attended the felicitation ceremony at Rabindra Satabarshiki Bhawan.
- The event was organised by the Tripura Youth Affairs and Sports Department and the Tripura Judo Association.
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- TOIThe Times of India'Land has been allotted': Tripura CM fulfils promise to CWG medallist Asmita
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