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0.1 The President of India, Droupadi Murmu, presented the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar on 26 December 2025.
0.2 The award ceremony was held in New Delhi.

What happened

0.3 Children were conferred the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar for achievements in Bravery, Social Service, Environment, Sports, Art & Culture, and Science & Technology.
0.4 The award recognised acts of life-saving bravery, sports excellence, innovation, and social contribution by children.
0.5 Some awardees were honoured posthumously for exceptional acts of courage.

Background / Static Facts (Prelims-oriented)

0.6 Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar is a national award given to children for exceptional achievements.
0.7 The award covers multiple categories including bravery, arts, sports, science & technology, environment, and social service.
0.8 The award is conferred by the President of India.
0.9 The objective is to recognise and encourage talent, innovation, and courage among children at the national level.