Double honour for Richa Ghosh! India star joins West Bengal Police as DSP, awarded Bangabhushan

Richa Ghosh became the second Indian women cricketer to be appointed as the Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) after the Bengal wicketkeeper-batter played a crucial part in India's maiden ICC Women's World Cup triumph. Following India's win over South Africa last Sunday, Richa returned to her hometown Siliguri on Friday amid huge fanfare.

On Saturday, Richa was present at the Eden Gardens, where she was felicitated by Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) president Sourav Ganguly, legendary Jhulan Goswami, and West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee. Richa was appointed as the DSP of West Bengal Police, and the letter of appointment was handed over by Banerjee.

In addition, Richa was also presented with a gold chain, and was also awarded with Bangabhushan award, the highest civilian award in the state. The CAB also felicitated Richa with a cash award of ₹34 lakh and a gold bat, ball replica.

Not only Richa, her parents were also felicitated by Banerjee.