A Mother’s Courage, A Daughter’s Legacy: Vyoma Priya Honoured Posthumously

In a poignant ceremony at Rashtrapati Bhavan on December 26, 2025, President Droupadi Murmu presented the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar to Archana Sivaramakrishnan, mother of late Vyoma Priya, an eight year old girl from Chennai. Vyoma was posthumously honoured for her extraordinary bravery after she sacrificed her life to save a younger child.

Vyoma was playing in her apartment’s children’s park when a six-year-old boy fell onto a metal slide that had become electrified due to faulty wiring. Without hesitation, she rushed to rescue him, ultimately losing her own life in the process. Her mother, Archana, accepted the award with deep emotion, calling it a bittersweet moment that immortalizes her daughter’s courage.

Key Highlights / Important Points:

• Recipient: Late Vyoma Priya, 8-year-old from Chennai.
• Award Accepted By: Mother Archana Sivaramakrishnan.
• Presented By: President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan.
• Heroic Act: Saved a six year old boy from an electrified slide, sacrificing her life.
• Occasion: Award conferred on Veer Baal Diwas (December 26, 2025).
• National Impact: Vyoma’s bravery inspires children and highlights the importance of safety in public spaces.

Vyoma’s story is a reminder that true heroism lies in selfless acts, and her legacy will continue to inspire courage and compassion across India.

Sources: WION News, Free Press Journal, CNBC TV18