Arjun Bhati: From National Youth Award Winner to Olympic Contender
New Delhi [India], April 2 (ANI): The Indian golfer Arjun Bhati , who was recently honored with the National Youth Award , conveyed his appreciation and looked back on his path within the sport.
The aspiring golfer, with more than ten years of experience under his belt, views this acknowledgment as a crucial step forward in his professional journey and is now setting his sights on winning an Olympic medal.
"I am deeply thankful for this accolade, and it holds great significance for both my family and myself. It shows that our hard work has paid off," Bhati stated to ANI.
"When I was nine years old, I took up golf for the first time at my school. It’s been an incredible 11-year journey so far, and it has truly been delightful. Throughout this period, I have received tremendous support from many people, and I absolutely adore this sport," he stated.
Bhati has always looked up to the renowned golfer Tiger Woods , finding motivation in his own journey. Nonetheless, when discussing prominent figures in Indian sports, Virat Kohli occupies a distinctive spot in his affections.
" Tiger Woods "I have looked up to him for a considerable duration," Bhati stated. "Virat Kohli is someone I deeply admire. His commitment, physical condition, body shape, and approach to cricket inspire countless young individuals across the nation. Beyond his skills as an athlete, he comes off as a remarkably kind and sincere individual, which makes his backing incredibly meaningful to me," he further commented.
Bhati also commended Kohli's impact on supporting young athletes through his efforts. Virat Kohli Foundation .
" Virat Kohli Foundation assists approximately 40 children from various backgrounds. Given what he has accomplished for the nation, I hold him in high regard," he remarked.
Bhati gazes toward the future with a single clear objective: to secure an Olympic gold medal for India.
"I aspire to win an Olympic gold medal for India in the future. Every day, I strive to improve myself," he said.
As he hones his abilities and strives for greatness, Bhati stays a promising figure in Indian golf, equipped with the aspiration and resolve to bring pride to his nation on an international level.
The Department of Youth Affairs, part of the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, presents the National Youth Award The NYA awards recognize exceptional efforts and achievements of individuals (between the ages of 15 and 29) as well as organizations in areas like healthcare, advocacy for human rights, participatory governance, and community engagement, according to an announcement from PIB.
These accolades strive to inspire young individuals to excel in contributing to national growth and societal service. They also foster a communal duty ethos among participants, boost their capabilities as accountable members of society, and acknowledge the exceptional efforts of volunteer groups in nurturing youth for advancement in nation-building, encompassing social aid initiatives.
The accolade comprises a medal, a certificate, and a prize of Rs 1,00,000 for individual recipients, whereas organizations are awarded Rs 3,00,000 according to the press statement. (ANI)