Mysuru, Jan. 2 -- Boppanda Diya Bheemaiah, a promising badminton player from Mysuru, has been honoured with Karnataka Government's prestigious Bal Gaurav Award for 2022-23.

The award was conferred by Karnataka State Bal Vikas Academy in recognition of exceptional achievements by children under the age of 18.

According to the selection list released by the Academy, Diya received the award in the Junior Category - Sports, acknowledging her outstanding performance and consistent excellence in badminton. She is currently ranked among the top badminton players in Karnataka.

As Diya was representing India at Astana International Challenge 2025 badminton tournament in Kazakhstan, the award was received on her behalf by her mother Kusuma.

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