New Delhi. The whole world is currently watching the Olympics being held in Paris. Many big athletes are participating in this mega sports event. Everyone’s eyes are set on winning the gold medal in the Olympics. India has won 3 medals in the Paris Olympics so far. All three have been won in shooting. The Maharashtra government has announced to give prize money to Mumbai’s shooter Swapnil. In such a situation, a question arises in your mind that how much money does one get for winning a medal in the Olympics.
Every player dreams of playing in the Olympics and winning medals for the country. Only a few are able to make this dream come true. Indian shooter Manu Bhaker has created history in the Olympics. She is the first Indian to win two medals in one Olympics. She won bronze medals for India in 10 meter air pistol and then in the mixed event of the same with Sarabjot Singh. You must be wondering how much money she got in the Olympics for winning two medals, let us answer your question.
How much money do you get for winning a medal in Olympics?
You will be surprised to know that the International Olympic Committee does not give any cash reward to the athletes who win medals in the Olympics. The Indian Olympic Association also does not give any money as reward to its players for winning the Olympics.
Indian government gives cash reward
The Government of India has announced the prize money for the players who win medals in the Olympics. The player who wins the gold medal is given Rs 75 lakh. The player who wins the silver medal is given Rs 50 lakh by the government while the athlete who wins the bronze medal for the country is given Rs 30 lakh. Apart from this, the state government announces the prize money for its players.
FIRST PUBLISHED : August 3, 2024, 10:36 IST