Tenzing Norgay National Adventure Award
MYAS confers the Tenzing Norgay National Adventure Award in order to recognize the achievements of persons associated with the field of adventure and to encourage young people to develop the spirit of endurance, risk-taking, cooperative teamwork, and quick, ready, and effective reflexes.
About the Tenzing Norgay National Adventure Award Scheme
The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of India confers the National Adventure Award called “Tenzing Norgay National Adventure Award” (TNNAA) in order to recognize the achievements of persons associated in the field of adventure and to encourage young people to develop the spirit of endurance, risk-taking, cooperative teamwork and quick, ready and effective reflexes in challenging situations.
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The award consists of a bronze statuette, a certificate, a blazer with a silken tie/a saree, and award money of ₹ 15,00,000. The Awards are presented to the winners along with Arjuna Awards by the Government of India.
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Usually, One Award is given in four categories namely, Land Adventure, Water (Sea) Adventure, Air Adventure, and Life Time Achievement for adventure activities on Land, Sea, and Air. Achievements for the last 3 years are considered for the 3 categories namely Land Adventure, Water (Sea) Adventure, and Air Adventure and for the Life Time Achievement award, the achievement of the entire career is considered.
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The nominations for the TNNAA are invited through the portal https://awards.gov.in. Any person having excellent performance and outstanding qualities of leadership, a sense of adventure discipline, and continuous achievement in one particular field of adventure viz. Land, Air, or Water (Sea) may apply for the award through the above portal.
Eligibility Criteria
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- Awards can be given in four categories namely, Land Adventure, Water (Sea) Adventure, Air Adventure, and Life Time Achievement for adventure activities on Land, Sea, and Air.
- Ordinarily not more than one Award will be made in each category.
- The Ministry may increase the number of awards in a particular year for specific reasons recorded in writing and with the approval of the Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports.
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> ELIGIBILITY
- A person should have excellent performance and outstanding qualities of leadership, a sense of adventure discipline, and continuous achievement in one particular field of adventure viz. Land, Air, or Water (Sea).
- The award may be given posthumously if such an occasion arises.
How to Apply for Tenzing Norgay National Adventure Award
Application mode: Online
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Tenzing Norgay National Adventure Award scheme?
The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of India confers the National Adventure Award called “Tenzing Norgay National Adventure Award” (TNNAA) in order to recognize the achievements of persons associated in the field of adventure and to encourage young people to dev…
Who is eligible for Tenzing Norgay National Adventure Award?
CATEGORIES Awards can be given in four categories namely, Land Adventure, Water (Sea) Adventure, Air Adventure, and Life Time Achievement for adventure activities on Land, Sea, and Air. Ordinarily not more than one Award will be made in each category. The Ministry may increase the number of awards…
What benefits does Tenzing Norgay National Adventure Award provide?
Tenzing Norgay National Adventure Award provides government benefits to eligible applicants. See the benefits section for specifics.
How can I apply for Tenzing Norgay National Adventure Award?
You can apply for Tenzing Norgay National Adventure Award via Online. Follow the step-by-step process in the "How to Apply" section above.
Source: official scheme details published on the Government of India's myScheme portal. Always verify eligibility and deadlines on the official portal before applying. Scheme rules can change.
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