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Tokyo Olympics: BCCI, CSK to award ₹1 crore each to Neeraj Chopra

India is proud of Neeraj Chopra, having won the gold medal in the javelin throw at the Tokyo Olympics. Consequently, he would be rewarded by the BCCI and Chennai Super Kings with a cash prize of ₹1 crore.

Tokyo Olympics: BCCI, CSK to award Rs. 1 crore each to Neeraj Chopra-ayh
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Mumbai, First Published Aug 8, 2021, 10:58 AM IST

India celebrates the success of Neeraj Chopra, who gave India the gold medal in the javelin throw at the Tokyo Olympics. Consequently, the entire nation is applauding him for his effort and is showering him with praises.

Meanwhile, he has been rewarded by some organisations. On the same note, the Board of Control for Cricket in India would also be rewarding him with a cash prize of ₹1 crore.

Furthermore, the BCCI would also be rewarding India's other medal winners. While the silver medalists would be given ₹50 lakh each, the bronze medalist would be earning ₹25 lakh. Furthermore, the Indian men's hockey team would be awarded ₹1.25 crore, announced BCCI secretary Jay Shah.

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Also, Neeraj would be rewarded by three-time Indian Premier League champion Chennai Super Kings, with a prize of ₹1 crore. "As a mark of appreciation and honour on his stellar achievement, CSK is awarding ₹1 Crore to Neeraj Chopra. CSK will be creating a special jersey with the number 8758 as a mark of respect to Neeraj Chopra," it said in a statement.

Meanwhile, digital education brand BYJU'S has also announced that it would be awarding ₹2 crore to Neeraj for his gold medal success. Besides, it would also be granting ₹1 crore each to other Indian medalists at the Tokyo Olympics.

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