Former Cricketer Farokh Engineer Awaits Padma Shri Award 53 Years After Announcement
Former Indian cricketer Farokh Engineer was announced as a Padma Shri awardee in 1973 but has not received the medal or official communication in over 50 years. Engineer, who played 46 Tests between 1961 and 1975, recalls being informed by team management and newspapers but never receiving the award. The Padma Awards database lists him as a recipient. The BCCI and cricket associations are reportedly seeking government intervention to resolve the matter, while Engineer continues to await the honour.
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (45–62/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
hindustantimes broke this story on 13 Aug, 09:38 pm. Other outlets followed.