"Abhinav Bindra: First Indian To Receive Olympic Order"

Abhinav Bindra, the first Indian to receive the Olympic Order, has been awarded the prestigious accolade by the International Olympic Committee (IOC). The award recognizes outstanding services to the Olympic movement and is given for distinguished contributions.

The Olympic Order Award

Abhinav Bindra awarded the prestigious Olympic Order by the International Olympic Committee (IOC).
First Indian to receive this highest accolade from the IOC.
Award recognizes outstanding services to the Olympic movement.
IOC Executive Board made the decision during their meeting in Paris.
IOC President Thomas Bach personally notified Bindra via letter dated July 20, 2024.
Award ceremony scheduled for August 10, 2024, during the 142nd IOC Session in Paris.
The Olympic Order is given for distinguished contributions to the Olympic Movement.
It recognizes individuals who have illustrated the Olympic ideal through their actions.
Nominations are proposed by the Olympic Orders Council and decided by the Executive Board.

Abhinav Bindra's Olympic Legacy

First Indian to win an individual Olympic gold medal.
Achieved gold in the men's 10-meter air rifle event at the 2008 Beijing Olympics.
Before Bindra, India had only won gold medals in men's hockey events.
First Indian athlete to donate his gold medal-winning sports equipment to the Olympic Museum in Lausanne, Switzerland.
Member of the IOC Athletes Commission since 2018.
Served on the Athlete Committee of the International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF) from 2010 to 2020.
Chaired the ISSF Athlete Committee from 2014 to 2020.
At 41, Bindra continues to inspire generations of shooters and Olympians.

Reactions and Significance

Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya congratulated Bindra on social media.
Mandaviya emphasized Bindra's role in inspiring generations of athletes and shooters.
IPL team Lucknow Super Giants celebrated Bindra's historic achievement on their official handle.
The award cements Bindra's status as a role model for aspiring athletes worldwide.
Highlights India's growing stature in the international sports arena.
Neeraj Chopra mentioned as the second Indian to donate gold-winning equipment (javelin) to the Olympic Museum.
Award ceremony coincides with the 33rd Summer Olympics in Paris (July 26 to August 11, 2024).
Bindra's legacy extends beyond his sporting prowess, impacting the broader Indian sporting community.

Meet Suruchi Singh Shooter

Meet Suruchi Singh, the shooter, India’s latest shooting sensation, who’s redefining precision sports with her sharp aim and unshakeable focus. At just 18, she has become a beacon of h

Nikhat Zareen Skips National Boxing Championships

Women’s National Boxing Championships The Women’s National Boxing Championships commenced at the Shahid Vijay Singh Pathik Sports Complex, Greater Noida, with the absence of some of

Logo and Mascot Revealed for the 23rd National Para Athletics Championship 2025

On January 16, 2025, the official logo and mascot for the 23rd National Para Athletics Championship 2025 were revealed. The upcoming event, scheduled to take place in Tamil Nadu, underscor

Greg Bell: A Legacy in Long Jump and Dentistry

Greg Bell, the oldest surviving Olympic gold medalist in athletics, died on January 25, 2025, at the age of 94. He secured the long jump gold medal at the 1956 Melbourne Olympics and had a

Steve Smith Becomes Latest Member of the Elite 10,000-Run Club in Test Cricket

Australian batsman Steve Smith reached a historic milestone on Wednesday, January 29, during the first Test against Sri Lanka in Galle. Smith became the 15th player ever and the fourth Aus

Dinesh Karthik Becomes India’s Leading Run-Scorer as Wicketkeeper in T20s

Dinesh Karthik has overtaken the iconic MS Dhoni to become the Indian wicket-keeper with the most runs in T20 cricket. In a remarkable achievement for Indian cricket, veter

ICC CEO Steps Down Due to Concerns Over Pakistan's Readiness for Champions Trophy

Geoff Allardice has stepped down from his position as CEO of the International Cricket Council (ICC). Geoff Allardice, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Internationa

Sinner Claims Consecutive Australian Open Titles

Jannik Sinner successfully defended his Australian Open title with a dominant win over Alexander Zverev in a decisive final, further cementing his status as one of tennis's rising star

Indian Grandmaster Iniyan Clinches Malaysian Title

Indian Grandmaster Iniyan Panneerselvam delivered an outstanding performance to secure victory at the 9th Johor International Open Chess Tournament in Malaysia. The 22-year-old from Erode,

Omarzai Named ICC Men’s ODI Cricketer of the Year

Azmatullah Omarzai, Afghanistan’s exceptional all-rounder, had an impressive 2024, cementing his status as one of the top performers in One Day International (ODI) cricket with his r