Haryana’s Sports Stars Shine in PM Mementos Auction
Seven Haryana mementos feature Paralympic gold medallists and the state’s cultural heritage
- Seven Haryana mementos feature in the auction.
- Five items are linked to sporting achievements.
- Paralympic gold medallists contributed key memorabilia.
- Auction proceeds will support the Namami Gange Project.
GG News Bureau
New Delhi, 4th Oct: Haryana’s sporting legacy and cultural heritage are being showcased in the 8th edition of the PM Mementos Auction, which features seven mementos from the state. Five of the items are linked to sports, while two reflect Haryana’s religious and cultural traditions.
Among the sporting memorabilia is an arrow presented by Harwinder Singh, who became the first Indian to win a Paralympic gold medal in archery.
The collection also includes a cap and signed shirt presented by Navdeep Singh, who won gold in the men’s F41 javelin throw at the Paris 2024 Paralympics.
Another highlight is an authentic Yonex badminton racket and India team shirt presented by Paralympic badminton gold medallist Nitesh Kumar. Together, the sporting items highlight Haryana’s contribution to India’s Paralympic success.
The collection also showcases the state’s religious and cultural heritage. It includes a metal statue of Goddess Sheetala Devi, featuring intricate detailing and a lustrous finish.
A souvenir commemorating the Gita Updesh Sthali of Dharmakshetra Kurukshetra is also part of the collection, reflecting Haryana’s association with the Bhagavad Gita.
The seven mementos are open for public bidding, with the proceeds from the auction being directed towards the Namami Gange Project. The auction provides an opportunity for the public to acquire memorabilia while contributing to a larger public cause.
