Meet 10-Year-Old Shravan Singh, PM Rashtriya Bal Puraskar 2025 Winner: He Helped Soldiers During Operation Sindoor (Picture Credits: ANI, Canva Modified)
Shravan Singh: In a striking example of courage beyond age, 10-year-old Shravan Singh from Punjab has been awarded the Prime Minister Rashtriya Bal Puraskar 2025 in the Bravery category for his selfless contribution during Operation Sindoor, a key security operation along the India–Pakistan border.
Shravan has been recognised as the youngest civilian contributor to the operation, earning national acclaim for his humanitarian support to Indian soldiers deployed in challenging and high-risk conditions.
During Operation Sindoor, Shravan voluntarily stepped forward to assist troops stationed near his village, displaying remarkable courage and empathy despite his young age. Officials said his actions provided both physical relief and emotional encouragement to soldiers facing extreme weather and long duty hours.
His contributions included:
Authorities noted that Shravan acted purely out of a sense of duty and gratitude towards the armed forces, without any expectation of recognition.
The Prime Minister Rashtriya Bal Puraskar is India’s highest civilian honour for children below 18 years, recognising exceptional achievements in fields such as bravery, social service, innovation, sports, arts and academics.
Shravan received the award at a formal ceremony held at Vigyan Bhawan in New Delhi, attended by senior government officials and dignitaries. Awards for bravery at such a young age are considered rare.
Shravan Singh hails from Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar (Mohali) district in Punjab and comes from a modest background. His upbringing, shaped by values of service, discipline and patriotism, played a key role in guiding his actions during the operation.
His efforts were widely praised by security personnel on the ground, who said his presence boosted morale and symbolised public support for the armed forces.
Following the recognition, the Golden Division of the Indian Army announced it would extend support to Shravan’s education, further acknowledging his extraordinary contribution.
(Via Agency Inputs)
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