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Bharat Ratna for eminent scientist Prof CNR Rao and cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar:P M Congratulates

The Government Of India has decided to confer, the Bharat Ratna, the highest civilian award on eminent scientist Prof C.N.R.Rao and cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar.P M Has Congratulated Both On Telephone .
Prof. C.N.R. Rao is an eminent scientist and a well recognized international authority on solid state and materials chemistry. He has published over 1,400 research papers and 45 books. Prof. Rao`s contributions have been recognized by most major scientific academies around the world through conferment of memberships and fellowships. He has been honoured with several national and international awards.
Sachin Tendulkar is undoubtedly an outstanding cricketer – a living legend who has inspired millions across the globe. During the last 24 years, since the young age of 16 years, Shri Tendulkar has played cricket across the world and won laurels for our country. He has been a true ambassador of India in the world of sports. His achievements in cricket are unparalleled, the records set by him unmatched, and the spirit of sportsmanship displayed by him exemplary. That he has been honoured with several awards is testimony to his extraordinary brilliance as a sportsman.

The Prime Minister has congratulated Prof C.N.R. Rao and Sachin Tendulkar on their being conferred the Bharat Ratna.
Dr. Manmohan Singh telephoned Prof Rao and wished him many more years of continued service to nation and the world of science. The Prime Minister spoke to Sachin Tendulkar and wished him all success in the what he chooses to do after his retirement. He hoped Tendulkar would continue his association with the world of sport and the people and renew his service to the nation.