Prime Minister Narendra Modi today interacted with the winners of Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar via video conferencing. PM Modi lauded their contribution in raising awareness about handwashing during the COVID-19 pandemic. PM Modi said that this year’s awards are special as the recipient earned them in the difficult times of the Coronavirus pandemic. PM Modi awarded Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar 2021 to 32 kids from across the country.