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A Career Built On Patience And Leadership: Rohit Sharma's Journey To National Glory

By IANS News January 25, 2026 • 23:32 PM View: 89

Padma Shri Awards: Former India captain Rohit Sharma was named in the list of Padma Shri awardees on Sunday, joining eight other past and present sportspersons on the 2026 Padma Awards honour roll, which comprises five Padma Vibhushan, 13 Padma Bhushan and 113 Padma Shri Awards.

President Droupadi Murmu sanctioned the bestowal of 131 Padma Awards for 2026, including two duo awards, with each duo counted as a single honour.

Rohit’s recognition follows a defining leadership era in Indian men’s cricket. As captain, he led India to two ICC titles, lifting the T20 World Cup in 2024 and the Champions Trophy in 2025.