New Delhi, Dec. 26 -- President Droupadi Murmu on Friday presented the 'Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar' awards to children for their achievements in bravery, social service, environment, sports, art & culture and science & technology, in a ceremony held in the national capital.

Among the awardees, Vishwanath Karthikey Padakanti said that the recognition would help him inspire others. He was nominated for completing the Seven Summits at age 16, making him the youngest Indian and the second-youngest person globally to achieve this feat.

Padakanti also shared his desire to contribute to the Viksit Bharat 2047 initiative through Green Earth Guardians, emphasising that discipline is crucial in mountaineering and adventure, and that en...