Notable People Awarded
In a notable recognition of outstanding contributions to various fields, the Indian government has unveiled the recipients of the prestigious Padma Awards for the year. Former Vice President of India, Venkaiah Naidu, is set to receive the Padma Vibhushan, the nation’s second-highest civilian honour, while veteran actor Mithun Chakraborty will be honoured with the Padma Bhushan, the third-highest accolade.
Other luminaries to be conferred with the Padma Vibhushan include actors Vyjayantimala Bali and Konidela Chiranjeevi, as well as social worker Bindeshwar Pathak (Posthumous) and Padma Subrahmanyam. Renowned art collector Kiran Nadar and Indian squash star Joshna Chinappa are among those to be honoured with the Padma Shri.
A total of five individuals will receive the Padma Vibhushan, 17 the Padma Bhushan, and 110 the Padma Shri, reflecting the diversity of achievements across various fields. The government has also posthumously awarded the Bharat Ratna, India’s highest civilian award, to the late former Bihar CM Karpoori Thakur.
The Padma Awards continue to stand as a symbol of the nation’s gratitude and acknowledgment of exceptional service in fields ranging from politics and sports to arts and social work. These recognitions highlight the government’s commitment to honouring individuals who have made significant contributions to the advancement of the nation.
Prime Minister Modi Extends Congratulations
In a heartening acknowledgment of outstanding contributions across various sectors, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has extended his congratulations to the recipients of the prestigious Padma Awards. His message, shared via social media, commended the awardees for their remarkable work, expressing hope that their achievements would continue to inspire people across the nation.
“Congratulations to all those who have been conferred the Padma Awards. India cherishes their contribution across diverse sectors. May they continue to inspire people with their exceptional work,”
~Prime Minister Narendra Modi on X
30 Women among Padma Awards
The list of awardees is notably diverse, with thirty women among the recipients. Additionally, the roster includes eight individuals from the category of foreigners, NRI, PIO OCI, and nine posthumous awardees, underscoring the breadth of impact acknowledged by the Padma Awards.
These awards, presented on Republic Day every year, span a range of disciplines and fields, encompassing art, social work, public affairs, science and engineering, trade and industry, medicine, literature and education, sports, and civil service. The prestigious ‘Padma Vibhushan’ is conferred for exceptional and distinguished service, ‘Padma Bhushan’ for distinguished service of high order, and ‘Padma Shri’ for distinguished service in any field.
As India celebrates these exemplary individuals, the nation looks forward to being continually inspired by their exceptional contributions to society. The Padma Awards stand as a testament to the diverse and impactful endeavours that shape the nation’s progress and well-being.
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