India, Oct. 20 -- Tokyo Olympics silver medallist Saikhom Mirabai Chanu, also Additional Superintendent of police in the state home department, was presented a special award for her becoming one of the shining prides of Manipur, inspiring countless youths with her dedication and excellence in the nation.

The outstanding award was presented on the occasion of the 134th Raising Day of the Manipur police.

Ajay Kumar Bhalla, the Governor of Manipur, honoured her for winning a Gold Medal at the Commonwealth Weightlifting Championships in Ahmedabad in August and a Silver Medal at the World Weightlifting Championships 2025 in Forde, Norway, in October .

On the occasion, there was a distribution of awards such as the prestigious Jeevan Raksha ...