Overview

• PR Sreejesh received the Padma Bhushan, India’s third-highest civilian award, for his pivotal role in Indian hockey, including leading the team to Olympic medals in Tokyo 2021 and Paris 2024.
• Ravichandran Ashwin was awarded the Padma Shri, the fourth-highest civilian honour, acknowledging his illustrious cricketing career, including over 500 Test wickets and contributions to India's World Cup victories.
• The awards were presented on April 28, 2025, at Rashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi by President Droupadi Murmu, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in attendance.
• The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) publicly congratulated Ashwin for his recognition, highlighting his achievements and legacy in Indian cricket.
• The Padma Awards, announced annually on Republic Day eve, celebrate excellence across diverse fields, with this year’s honours spotlighting the enduring impact of Indian athletes.