Hockey player Sunelita Toppo has been selected for the prestigious 34th Ekalabya Puraskar for 2026 in recognition of her sporting achievements. She will receive a cash prize of Rs 7 lakh along with a trophy by Indian Metals & Ferro Alloys, IMFA Group. Toppo played a significant role in India's women's hockey team's gold medal-winning campaign at the 2026 Asian Games.