New Delhi, Nov. 13 -- Dronacharya Award winner Chhote Lal Yadav said the recognition had further motivated him to work harder, while underlining his increased responsibility to help Indian boxers win gold medals at the Olympic Games.

Yadav, who received the Dronacharya Award 2025 in the regular category from President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Friday, said the honour was recognition of his hard work and would encourage him to raise the bar as a coach.

"I am very happy that I have won the recognition for my hard work. And I have become more motivated by this award. I will work even harder," Yadav told ANI.

The boxing coach, who has trained prominent athletes such as MC Mary Kom, Jaismine Lamboria and Sakshi, said the succe...