TOISA 2025 Set to Honor India’s Sporting Heroes in Lucknow

The Times of India Sports Awards (TOISA) 2025 is scheduled to take place on March 21, 2026, at The Centrum Hotel in Lucknow, recognizing outstanding athletic achievements throughout 2025. The awards will celebrate India’s top athletes across more than 45 sports categories.

Celebrating a Year of Sporting Excellence

TOISA 2025 will honor performances from January 1 to December 31, 2025, acknowledging standout moments from global championships and major international tournaments. The awards have been a consistent platform for recognizing athletic merit in India for over a decade.

Independent Jury Ensures Credibility

A distinguished jury comprising eminent Indian sporting personalities will select the winners. The jury includes Abhinav Bindra, PR Sreejesh, Mithali Raj, Devendra Jhajharia, Sharath Kamal, and Leander Paes, ensuring a credible and respected evaluation process. Times of India

Para Badminton Nominations Highlight Rising Stars

Several para-badminton players have been nominated for TOISA 2025, showcasing the growing strength of para-sports in India.

Para Badminton (Male)

• Pramod Bhagat (Born June 4, 1988, Hajipur, Bihar): Achieved a gold medal in Men’s Singles SL3 at the China Para Badminton International 2025, a silver in Men’s Doubles SL3–SU5 (with Sukant Kadam), three gold medals at the Abia Para Badminton International 2025 (Men’s Singles SL3, Men’s Doubles SL3–SU5 with Sukant Kadam, Mixed Doubles SL3–SU5), and multiple golds at the Japan Para Badminton International 2025.
• Sukant Kadam (Birthdate and Place of Birth Not Publicly Available): Secured a silver medal in Men’s Singles SL4 and a silver in Men’s Doubles SL3–SU5 (with Pramod Bhagat) at the China Para Badminton International 2025, a gold in Men’s Doubles SL3–SL4 (with Pramod Bhagat) at the Abia Para Badminton International 2025, and a gold in Men’s Doubles SL3–SL4 and a silver in Singles SL4 at the Japan Para Badminton International 2025.
• Krishna Nagar (Birthdate and Place of Birth Not Publicly Available): Won a silver medal in Men’s Singles SH6 at the China Para Badminton International 2025, two gold medals (Men’s Singles SH6; Mixed Doubles SH6) at the Japan Para Badminton International 2025, and a bronze medal in Men’s Singles SH6 and a silver in Mixed Doubles SH6 at the Polytron Indonesia Para Badminton International 2025.

Para Badminton (Female)

• Mandeep Kaur (Born September 18, 1995): Won a silver medal in Women’s Singles SL3 at the 2025 Asian Para Badminton Championships.
• Manasi Joshi (Born June 11, 1989, Rajkot, Gujarat): Secured a bronze medal in Women’s Singles SL3 and a silver medal in Women’s Doubles SL3-SU5 at the 2025 Asian Para Badminton Championships.
• Nithya Sre (Born January 7, 2005, Karur, Tamil Nadu): Won three silver medals (Women’s Singles SH6, Women’s Doubles SH6, Mixed Doubles SH6) at the 2025 Asian Para Badminton Championships.

Lucknow as the Host City

The decision to host TOISA 2025 in Lucknow, the capital of Uttar Pradesh, reflects the state’s growing contribution to grassroots sporting talent. Uttar Pradesh has consistently produced athletes of national and international standing in various sports, including wrestling and athletics. Media Brief

TOISA’s Commitment to Recognizing Excellence

Since its inception, TOISA has aimed to ensure that every athlete who reaches the highest levels of their sport is recognized and celebrated. The awards are evaluated based on athletic performance, consistency, and the scale of achievement. Best Media Info