Biju Patnaik Sports Award for Excellence in Sports Journalism
At a Glance
Scheme Category
Sports & Culture,Sports
Target Beneficiaries
Individual
Brief Description
The award is given to the journalists who have done significant work in the sphere of journalism for the promotion and popularization of sports and games as well as fighting for the causes of sports and sportspersons in the State of Odisha.
Benefit Type
Cash
Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant should be a permanent resident of the State of Odisha. 1. To be eligible for this award, a journalist must have done significant work in the sphere of journalism for the promotion and popularization of sports and games as well as fighting for the causes of sports and sportspersons in the State of Odisha. 1. The applicant should not have been convicted of any criminal offence. 1. The award will be conferred on a person only once in his/her lifetime, pertaining to the concerned category. 1. The award can be given posthumously to the next of kin of the selected awardee. > Annulment Cancellation of Award: 1. The Award may be cancelled in case it is found that it has been obtained by fraudulent means. 1. In such event, the concerned person shall be asked to refund the award failing which steps will be taken to recover the involved cost from him/her with simple interest @ 5% per annum.
Application Mode
Offline
Application Process
> Application process: Step 01: The advertisement for the award shall be uploaded every year in January on the <nis:link nis:type=webUrl nis:id=slugId nis:text="Department Website" nis:value=https://sports.odisha.gov.in/ nis:enabled=true/> with the prescribed format for the application. Step 02: The applicant can download the application form from the official website or collect it from the office of District Collector, DSOs, SPs, NYKS, Odisha Council of Sports and Sports & Youth Services Department. Step 03: Fill in the all necessary details in the application form and attach all the relevant documents. Step 04: The application forms can be sent by the Collector, SP, DSO, NYKS concerned Sports Association, the person himself/herself, or Odisha Council of Sports to the Sports & Youth Services Department. Note 01: The Department of Sports and Youth Services also reserves the right to suo moto nominate names for the award. Note 02: The application form and all supporting documents must be self-attested by the applicant, i.e. there is no need for attestation by any Gazetted officer. > Scrutiny of Application: - The Secretary, Sports and Youth Services Department will constitute a five-member scrutiny Committee comprising senior officials and coaches of the Department with Director-cum-Addl. Secretary, Sports and Youth Services Department or the senior most officer of the Department as head of the Committee to scrutinize all the applications and place the scrutiny result before the selection committee for consideration. > Selection Procedure: - An eight-member Selection Committee will be constituted by Govt. under the chairmanship of the Secretary, Sports and Youth Services Department for the selection of awardees. - The Selection Committee shall examine the scrutinized nominations/applications and recommend names for each award for approval of Government at the level of Hon&39;ble Minister, Sports & Youth Services. > Timeline for the Award: - Invitation of application through issue of Advertisement: By 31st January. - Last date for receipt of applications: By 31st March - Scrutiny and Selection: By 31st May - Award Ceremony: 29th August (National Sports Day)
Required Documents
- Identity proof Three Passport size photographs Proof of Residence Attested photocopy of Accreditation Certificate, if applicable Details of Sports competition/Championships of State, National & International importance covered by the applicant including profiles of Sports persons (Supporting documents) Adequate documentary evidence in support of the claim for the award
FAQs
What is the "Biju Patnaik Sports Award for Excellence in Sports Journalism"?
The "Biju Patnaik Sports Award for Excellence in Sports Journalism" is a prestigious category under the broader "Biju Patnaik Sports Award" Scheme. This scheme was initiated by the Sports & Youth Services Department, Government of Odisha, to honor the remarkable contributions of late Biju Patnaik, the ex-Chief Minister of Odisha, towards the development of Sports & Games in the state.
Who is eligible for the Sports Journalist category?
Sports Journalist means Sports reporter, Journalist (Mobile or desk) of a major daily Newspaper, or magazine, Accredited Journalists, Freelance reporter of Print media and/or Electronic media operating, Photo Journalist/Cameraman-Cum-Correspondent within the State of Odisha.
Are Freelance Reporters eligible for the award?
Yes, Freelance Reporters of both Print and Electronic media operating within the State of Odisha are eligible for consideration. The eligibility criteria are outlined in the resolution (Para-2 (I)) of the I & P.R. Department of the Government of Odisha.
Who falls under the category of Photo Journalist/Cameraman-Cum-Correspondent?
A cameraman representing a News Paper, News Photo Agency, T.V News Unit (as per the eligibility criteria under the above mentioned resolution (Para-2 (i) & P.R. Department)
How often is the award presented, and what is the cash award associated with it?
The award shall be presented every year subject to the availability of suitable candidates, which will carry a cash award of ₹50,000/-.
What additional recognitions and items are provided to the awardees?
In addition to the cash award, recipients of the award will receive a statue, a scroll of honour, and a blazer with a tie.
Is there any provision for travel and accommodation for the awardees?
Yes, awardees are invited to receive the awards in person. They will be provided Travel Allowance (T.A.) and Daily Allowance (D.A.) at the rate admissible to a Grade 'A' Officer.
Can the award be given posthumously?
Yes, the award can be conferred posthumously, and it will be presented to the next of kin of the awardee.
How is the award money handled if there is more than one recipient?
In cases where more than one person is selected for an award, the award money will be shared among the awardees.
Is there any assurance that the award will be given every year?
The Department of Sports & Youth Services is not obligated to confer the award annually. If suitable candidates are not available for the award, it may not be given for the respective year.
Who is eligible to apply for the award?
To be eligible, the applicant should be a permanent resident of the State of Odisha or have been staying in the state for a minimum period of seven years.
What specific qualifications are required for journalists to be considered for the award?
To be eligible for this award, a journalist must have done significant work in the sphere of journalism for promotion and popularization of sports and games as well as fighting for the causes of sports and sportspersons in the State of Odisha.
Are there any legal considerations for eligibility?
Yes, to be eligible, applicants should not have been convicted of any criminal offense.
Can an individual receive the award more than once?
No, the award will be conferred on an individual only once in their lifetime within the specific category they are considered for.
How to apply for the award under this scheme?
Applicants can collect the application form from the specified offices, fill in necessary details, attach all the required documents (self-attested), and submit the form to designated authorities.