Telangana CM KCR with
much fan fare appointed Hyderabad tennis beauty Sania Mirza as the state
brand ambassador. He even stunned all by awarding 1cr cash award. Right after
that Sania too did India and Telangana proud by winning various tournaments.
Sania Mirza for Khel Ratna award issued
Government of India too recognised her performances and achievements by awarding
prestigious Khel Ratna award. However Sania Mirza received huge shock from
Karnataka High Court. Karnataka High Court after hearing the plea of para
athlete HN.Girisha challenging the recommendation of Sania Mirza for Khel Ratna
award issued notices to Sania Mirza and also to the Sports Ministry.
AS.Boppannna, High Court Justice after hearing the petition directed notices
asking them to reply with in 15 days. President of India will be
conferring Khel Ratna,Arjuna,Dronacharya,Dhyan Chand awards on 29 Aug at Rashtrapathi Bhawan to all sports persons.
High Court staying Sania's recommendation,stayed the award and sought explanation
as to why Girisha's nomination was overlooked in favour of Sania. Girisha
appealed that Sania's performances in Grandslam donot account for consideration
as Khel Ratna considers performances at the Olympics, Paralympics, Asian Games,
Commonwealth Games and World Championships.