Chandigarh, May 24 -- Three members of India's ICC Women's World Cup 2025 winning team -- Harmanpreet Kaur, Harleen Deol and Amanjot Kaur -- were among the leading sportspersons honoured by the Punjab government during the Maharaja Ranjit Singh Award and cash award distribution ceremony in Chandigarh on Sunday.

The three cricketers, who were part of India's historic Women's World Cup triumph at home last year, received cash awards of Rs 1.5 crore each in recognition of their achievement. Para powerlifter Paramjeet Singh was awarded Rs 55 lakh.

Overall, the Punjab government distributed more than Rs 32 crore among 1,070 athletes during the ceremony. A total of 87 distinguished sportspersons were also conferred with the prestigious Mahara...