The KIIT and the Kalinga Institute of Social Sciences (KISS) have announced to reward the athletes from Odisha who would win medals in the 22nd Asian Athletics Championships commencing in Bhubaneswar on July 5.
Odia athletes winning gold, silver and bronze medals would be given cash incentive of Rs 3 lakh, Rs 2 lakh and 1.5 lakh, respectively, said KIIT & KISS founder Dr Achyuta Samanta on Friday.
“This financial incentive for the successful athletes is part of the continuous endeavour of KIIT & KISS to encourage sportspersons and promote sports in Odisha,” Dr Samanta said while congratulating all five Odia athletes and wishing them success.