Maha: India pacer Shardul Thakur conferred award at Palghar

 India speedster Shardul Thakur, who hails from Maharashtra's Palghar district, was conferred title 'Palghar Ratna' at a public function held here, an official said on Wednesday. Thakur, played a key role in India's fourth Test match win in recently concluded Australia series.

Thakur snared seven wickets and was India's top-scorer in first innings in fourth and final Test in Brisbane, which India won and eventually won hard-fought series 2-1. District Guardian Minister Da Bhuse conferred title of 'Palghar Ratna' at a flag-hoisting event on Tuesday, an official release by District collectorate stated.

29-year-old pacer, who has played two Tests, 12 ODIs, and 17 T20s for India, was given a citation and a memento by minister.

Speaking on occasion Bhuse said Thakur h brought in pride t only to Palghar, but to entire state and country.

Several dignitaries present on occasion also greeted Shardul for his splendid performance in recent periods and wished him best of luck for future.

Thakur has been named in India's squ for first two Tests against England, starting February 5 in Chennai.