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Haryana Honors Shafali Verma With Rs 1.5 Crore, Grade A Status, Names Her Women's Commission Ambassador

Officials framed the honors as a catalyst for sports participation after her player-of-the-final performance.

Overview

  • Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini met Verma at his official residence, Sant Kabir Kutir, on November 12 to congratulate her on India's World Cup win.
  • Saini presented a cheque of Rs 1.50 crore and a Grade A sports gradation certificate, saying the recognition would inspire Haryana's sporting talent.
  • An official statement said Verma was appointed brand ambassador of the Haryana State Women's Commission.
  • Verma, 21, was drafted in as a late replacement for Pratika Rawal, who suffered an ankle injury during the Bangladesh match, joining on the eve of the semifinal.
  • She was named Player of the Final after scoring 87 and taking 2/36 in India's 52-run victory over South Africa, and she thanked the state for its support.