In a very touching moment which was like a fairy tale for cricket fans across India, 14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi, one of the most talked-about young talents of the country, met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and pictures of their meeting went viral on social media in no time. It was an acknowledgment on top of an extraordinary year for a player who has already broken several old records in Indian cricket.
A proud milestone for Indian cricket’s youngest sensation
Suryavanshi traveled to New Delhi to receive the Prime Minister’s National Child Award, the highest civilian award for youth aged five to eighteen, and which was given to her by President Draupadi Murmu. The award recognizes exceptional performance in sports, creativity, arts and social work and Vaibhav has become the first cricketer to receive it, reflecting the remarkable pace of his rise.
I feel honored to receive the Prime Minister’s National Children’s Award.
Heartfelt thanks to my parents, teachers and everyone who believed in me. This achievement belongs to all of you. pic.twitter.com/XkXd901yHr– Vaibhav Suryavanshi (@Vaihavsoryava) 26 December 2025
The awards ceremony at Rashtrapati Bhavan was a very happy occasion not only for him but also for his family and the meeting with Prime Minister Modi was a rewarding event in his already very short career.
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Teen talent gets national attention
The story of Suryavanshi becomes more interesting not only because of the identity but also because of the cricketing exploits associated with it. He was born in Samastipur, Bihar and in 2025 he was the king of domestic and international youth cricket, breaking records and playing brilliant innings even against the best teams.
His prowess with the bat has already forced fans and critics to compare him with great talents of the past and the viral PM meet has further enhanced his stature in the national debate. While he is still managing to keep the media at bay as well as excel on the field, Suryavanshi’s journey is being followed not only by cricket lovers but also by a nation that is eagerly waiting for the next big star.
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