Question: I want to know about National Award For Senior Citizens (vayoshreshtha Samman): Sports And Adventure. What does it offer?

Answer: )The Award shall be presented in New Delhi at a special ceremony/function to be held on the occasion of the International Day of
Older Persons on the 1st of October every year.The Awards shall be presented by the President of India or the Prime Minister of
India.The boarding and lodging expenses of the awardees including one companion for each awardee shall be borne by the Central
Government.The to-and-fro travelling expenses and accommodation for up to one day prior to and after the date of the Samman
ceremony (depending upon the actual arrival and departure dates) shall be arranged and the expenditure shall be reimbursed by the
Central Government.The TA/ DA admissibility of the awardees and one companion shall be equivalent to that of the Joint Secretary to
the Government of India.EligibilityFor the NomineeA. The award shall be given to senior citizens who have won international acclaim
and who continue to contribute in the field of sport. One award each is proposed for male and female sportsperson as sub-categories.B.
To claim the award the following conditions shall be fulfilled, namely:Exemplary contribution in the field of Sports.Recognition of his
or her sportsmanship at State or National or International level.Bringing solidarity, commitment and collective efforts through the
medium of sports.Outstanding achievement in the promotion and dissemination of sports to the younger generation.ï»¿For the
Nominating Agencies/individualsThe Ministries or Departments of the Government of India and their autonomous organizations.The
State Governments or Union Territory Administrations.Past recipients of Padma Awards, Vayoshrestha Samman and other National
Awards in both individual and institutional categories.Members of the National Council of Senior Citizens (NCSrC).Renowned Apex
Chambers like the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI), Confederation of Indian Industry (CII),
Associated Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ASSOCHAM), National Association of Software and Service Companies, PHD
Chamber of Commerce and Industry etc.Any other category of persons or institutions authorized by the Ministry from time to time.
ï»¿NOTE 1: The awards are open to all Indian Institutions, Organizations and Individuals without any distinction or discrimination on
grounds of religion, race, sex, caste or creed.NOTE 2: It would be necessary that the nominee is recommended in writing by someone
authorized to recommend the nominations.NOTE 3: The Self-nominations for the Awards shall not be considered.Application
ProcessOnlineRegistrationStep 1: The agencies or persons, authorized to nominate and recommend eligible institutions or individuals,
should visit the National Awards Portal. On the top right of the homepage, click "Register".Step 2: You will be directed to the
Registration Page. Fill in all the mandatory fields (marked with a Red Asterisk). Step 3: Check the "Declaration" checkboxes provided at
the bottom of the page. Fill in the Captcha Code, and click "Submit".You will receive the Login Credentials on your Registered Mobile
Number.ï»¿ApplicationStep 1: Visit the National Awards Portal. On the top right of the homepage, click "Login".Step 2: Login using
credentials. From the list of awards, select "Vayoshreshtha Samman - National Awards for Senior Citizens", then click "Nominate /
Apply Now".Step 3: On the next page, fill in all the mandatory fields in the online application form, and then click
"Submit".ï»¿Selection of Awardees1. A Screening Committee shall be constituted in the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment to
scrutinize and shortlist the nominations, under Additional Secretary/ Joint Secretary.2. The final Selection of the Awardees shall be made
by the Selection Committee chaired by the Minister of Social Justice and Empowerment.ï»¿Calendar of ActivitiesIssue of Letter Inviting
Nominations by the Ministry: 1st NovemberLast Date of Receipt of Nominations: 31st JanuaryShortlisting of Nominations by the
Screening Committee: 28th FebruaryFinal selection by the Jury: 30th AprilApproval by the Minister: 31st MayVetting by IB: 15th
AugustAnnouncement of the Awards: 1st SeptemberPresentation of the Awards: 1st OctoberDocuments RequiredAadhaar
CardPhotographBio-DataProof of AgeProof of AddressProof of Educational Qualification (Passing Certificate, Marksheet)Proof of
Professional ExperienceDetails of work done in the last three years in the fieldDetails of Awards and Honours Received.Frequently
Asked QuestionsWhat are the objectives of this scheme?The objective of this scheme is to honour the eminent and outstanding senior
citizens and institutions/organizations involved in rendering distinguished service for the cause of elderly persons, especially indigent
senior citizens.When are these awards conferred?The awards are conferred on 1st October every year.Who confers these awards?The
awards are conferred by the Honâ€™ble President of India at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi.What is the address of Vigyan Bhawan, New
Delhi?The address of Vigyan Bhawan is: Maulana Azad Rd, Rajpath Area, Central Secretariat, New Delhi, Delhi 110011How many
categories are there in this award?The Awards are given across 13 categories: 07 Institutional Categories and 06 categories of individual
type.What is the maximum amount of the cash award in the institutional category?The Awardee is given a Cash award of â‚¹ 2,50,000/-
.Will the to-and-from travelling expenses of the awardee be reimbursed?Yes, the to-and-fro travelling expenses and accommodation for
up to one day prior to and after the date of the Samman ceremony (depending upon the actual arrival and departure dates) shall be
arranged and the expenditure shall be reimbursed by the Central Government.Are there any awards for urban local bodies?Yes, there is
an award for the "Best Urban Local Body in providing services and Facilities to Senior Citizens" under the Institutional Category.While
conferring the award, is there any preference/priority given to educational institutions?The awards are open to all Indian Institutions,
Organizations and Individuals without any distinction or discrimination on grounds of religion, race, sex, caste or creed.Can I nominate
myself for this award?No, Self-nominations for the Awards shall not be considered.What is the URL of the national awards portal?
National Awards Portal, Ministry of Home Affairs at https://awards.gov.inCan the application form be filled in malayalam?The
Application should be in Hindi or English language only.Where can I find the PDF of the scheme guidelines?Yes, the Bio-Data is a
mandatory document for Individual Categories of the Award.Where can I find the PDF of the scheme guidelines?The PDF of the
Scheme Guidelines can be found at - https://socialjustice.gov.in/writereaddata/UploadFile/Englishfull169.pdfWho can become a
nominee for this award?The awards are open to all Indian Institutions, Organizations and Individuals.Sources And ReferencesPress
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Senior Citizens (vayoshreshtha Samman): Sports And AdventureAdventureAwardSenior CitizenSocial
WelfareSportsDetailsBenefitsEligibilityApplication ProcessDocuments RequiredFrequently Asked QuestionsEvery year, the Department
of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India confers the "National Award for Senior Citizens (Vayoshreshtha Samman)" to
the eminent and outstanding senior citizens and institutions/organizations involved in rendering distinguished service for the cause of
elderly persons, especially indigent senior citizens. The awards are conferred on 1st October every year by the Honâ€™ble President of
India at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi. The "Vayoshreshtha Samman: Sports and Adventure" award shall be given to senior citizens who
have won international acclaim and who continue to contribute in the field of sports and adventure. A total of 11 awards are given along
with a Certificate, a Memento and also Cash Award. The Awards are given across 13 categories:ï»¿INSTITUTIONAL CATEGORYBest
Institution for Research in the field of AgeingBest Institution for providing services to Senior Citizens and Awareness GenerationBest
District Panchayat in providing services and facilities to Senior CitizensBest Urban Local Body in providing services and facilities to
Senior CitizensBest State in implementing the Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizens Act, 2007, and providing
services and facilities to Senior CitizensBest Private Sector Organisation in promoting the well-being and welfare of Senior CitizensBest
Public Sector Organisation in promoting the well-being and welfare of Senior Citizensï»¿ INDIVIDUAL
CATEGORYCentenarianIconic MotherLifetime AchievementCreative ArtSports and Adventure (one each for Male and
Female)Courage & Bravery (one each for Male and Female)OkWas this helpful?ShareNews and UpdatesNo new news and updates
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