In a tribute to the world's greatest cricketer, Sachin Tendulkar, the Government of India announced India's highest civilian award, 'Bharat Ratna' to him on Saturday, 16th of November. "Sachin Tendulkar is undoubtedly an outstanding cricketer - a living legend who has inspired millions across the globe. During the last 24 years, since the young age of 16 years, Tendulkar has played cricket across the world and won laurels for our country.He has been a true ambassador of India in the world of sports. His achievements in cricket are unparalleled, the records set by him unmatched, and the spirit of sportsmanship displayed by him exemplary. That he has been honoured with several awards is testimony to his extraordinary brilliance as a sportsman," the statement said by the PMO.
Meanwhile, the people of entire nation bid a tearful farewell to Sachin Tendulkar, who played his last test match against West Indies in Mumbai. Although he got retired from cricket, the glimpses incorporated by him on Indian cricket history are remembered forever.