Chennai, Oct. 9 -- Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay launched the 'Dream Olympics' initiative and felicitated athletes from the state who won medals and represented India at the 2026 Asian Games and the 46th Chess Olympiad.

The special felicitation ceremony, organised by the Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu (SDAT), was held at The Leela Palace in Chennai. Vijay honoured the athletes for their achievements across various sporting disciplines and presented them with cheques as cash incentives in recognition of their performances.

Washington Sundar, who was part of the Indian cricket team which won gold, expressed gratitude for the recognition he received from Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay, describing it as a ...