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Bhushan, DSP post and INR 34-lakh reward after India's World Cup win

🎉 What happened

Young Indian wicket-keeper-batter Richa Ghosh has received major honours from her home state of West Bengal after helping India win the Women’s World Cup in 2025. She was:

Conferred the civilian honour Banga Bhushan by the West Bengal government.

Appointed as a Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) in the West Bengal Police.

Awarded a cash reward of ₹34 lakh, calculated at ₹1 lakh for every run she scored in the World Cup final.

🏏 Why this matters

Richa’s performance in the 2025 Women’s World Cup final was pivotal: she scored 34 off 24 balls in the final, helping India post a strong total.

She becomes the first cricketer from Bengal to be part of an Indian World Cup-winning team.

Such state recognitions (civilian awards + police appointment) reflect how sportspersons’ achievements are being celebrated beyond just trophies.

📌 The details

The felicitation ceremony was held at Eden Gardens in Kolkata, where the award, appointment letter and goldchain were handed over by the Chief Minister.

The cash reward was structured: ₹1 lakh for each run in the final. Since Richa scored 34 runs in the final, the total came to ₹34 lakh.

The Banga Bhushan is one of the highest civilian honours in West Bengal, granted for distinguished contributions in various fields.

🔍 Significance & impact

The DSP appointment is meaningful: it gives Richa not just recognition but a formal role within state services, elevating her public profile and symbolising the value placed on sports achievements.

This move can inspire young athletes, especially women in Bengal, showing that sporting success can lead to state honours and career opportunities beyond athletics.

It also highlights the evolving landscape of how states in India reward sportspersons, bridging sports, public service, and civilian recognition.

✅ Final thoughts

Richa Ghosh’s recognition by West Bengal is a significant milestone — it honours her sporting success, provides her a role in public service, and sets a strong example for young athletes. Her journey reinforces the idea that sporting excellence can lead to multi-dimensional rewards and responsibilities.