Youth service department

Sidharth Sankar Sahoo OSD Sports: Golden boy of Odisha Pramod Bhagat, who recently equalled Lin Dan’s record of five world championships, received a hero’s welcome at the airport when he went back to his state.

Stepping off the plane, Bhagat was greeted by Sports Director, Siddhartha Das, Sidharth Sankar Sahoo OSD Sports and Sports and Youth Service Department, Government of Odisha officials. Their warm reception echoed the state's unwavering support for its sporting heroes.

The palpable excitement in the air was further amplified by the presence of Kamala Kanta Rath, President, and Sunil Pradhan, Treasurer of the Para Sports Association of Odisha. Their presence underscored the collective pride and admiration felt by the local community for Bhagat's exceptional achievements on the global stage.