The Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar, formerly known as the National Child Award for Exceptional Achievement, is the India’s Highest Civilian Honour bestowed upon exceptional achievers under the age of 18. The award was instituted by the Ministry of Women and Child Development, Government of India in 1996 to recognise children (under the age of 18) with exceptional abilities and who have achieved outstanding status in various fields including academics, arts, culture, design, innovation, research, social service and sports. Yash was Awarded this prestigious award for his exceptional achievement in Motorsports.
In the Picture: Award bestowed on Yash Aradhya by the Hon’ble President of India Shri. Ram Nath Kovind at Rashtrapathi Bhavan on 22nd January 2020