Sachin Tendulkar expressed his gratitude to the Indian government for conferring him with the Padma Vibhushan.
The msater batsman said that, "It`s truly a great honour to accept this award as this is recognised by the Government of India. I have played for so many years and when government recognises your effort, gives you the second highest civilian award in the country, it`s very, very special, " the Little Master was quoted as saying."
The Mumbaikar is among five sportspersons selected for this year`s Padma awards.
"I came to know about it yesterday through my wife. I was extremely excited by it but since I was in the middle of the match, it was important to keep my focus on the game," he said. He received the award from The Honourabl President of India Pratibha Patil.
Congratulations Sachin!
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