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“Important in my career…”; As soon as the Padma Shri award was announced, Rohit Sharma’s reaction went viral

Samira Vishwas | February 3, 2026 9:24 PM CST

Rohit Sharma thanked the Government of India
Padma Shri award has been announced to Rohit Sharma
Rohit is a big name in the field of cricket

The Government of India on Sunday announced the Padma Awards for 2026, recognizing 131 civilian honors under the Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan and Padma Shri categories. The list includes many prominent figures in public life, art, film, literature, sports and public welfare. Former Indian cricket team captain Rohit Sharma has also been awarded by the Indian government Padmashri The award has been announced. Now onto that Rohit Sharmahas responded.

Former Indian captain Rohit Sharma will be conferred the Padma Shri award. Under the leadership of Rohit Sharma, India has won the 2024 ICC T20 World Cup and the 2025 Champions Trophy. He has made a significant contribution to Indian cricket. Now after the announcement of the Padma Shri award, Rohit Sharma has thanked the Government of India.

What did Rohit Sharma say?

In a video shared on social media by state-run Doordarshan Sports, Rohit Sharma said, “Receiving the Padma Shri award is a very special moment for me and my family.

I thank the Government of India for announcing this award. I sincerely thank all those who have played an important role in my career. I will always try to win matches and trophies for my country. Jai Hind!

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The Government of India on Sunday announced the Padma Awards for 2026, recognizing 131 civilian honors under the Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan and Padma Shri categories. The list includes many prominent figures in public life, art, film, literature, sports and public welfare. Five Padma Vibhushan, 13 Padma Bhushan and 113 Padma Shri awards have been sanctioned this year. Rohit Sharma and Harmanpreet Kaur will also receive the Padma Shri in sports.

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The announcement was made on Sunday

On Sunday, January 25, the government announced the Padma Awards, which include Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan and Padma Shri. This year, the government has decided to honor a total of 131 personalities with Padma awards, with five receiving the second highest award, the Padma Vibhushan. Thirteen people have been awarded the Padma Bhushan and a total of 113 people have been awarded the Padma Shri. One Padma Bhushan and eight Padma Shri awards have been given from the world of sports.