US EditionFormer CJI Khehar, Dancer Shobana Chandrakumar, Actor Anant Nag Among Those Conferred with Padma Awards
- On May 27, 2025, President Droupadi Murmu conferred Padma awards on 68 eminent personalities at Rashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi during the second civil investiture ceremony.
- These Padma awards followed the announcement of 139 distinguished recipients on January 25, 2025, the eve of India's 76th Republic Day, recognizing various fields and disciplines.
- The Padma Vibhushan was awarded to Jagdish Singh Khehar, the former Chief Justice of India, while distinguished figures such as dancer and actor Shobana Chandrakumar and Anant Nag received the Padma Bhushan. Additionally, Soniya Nityanand, Vice Chancellor of King George's Medical University, was among those honored with the Padma Shri.
- The Padma awards honor exceptional service across categories like public affairs, arts, science, social work, and sports, and the government aims to recognize 'unsung heroes' from all social sections.
- This occasion reflects ongoing efforts since 2014 to transform the Padma awards into the 'People's Padma' by identifying talented individuals who contribute selflessly to society without distinction of race or occupation.
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Ex-Chief Justice Among 68 Personalities Conferred With Padma Awards
Former Chief Justice of India Jagdish Singh Khehar, dancer Shobana Chandrakumar, actor Anant Nag were among 68 eminent personalities conferred with the coveted Padma awards by President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday.
"It Took Me 45 Years to Reach Here": Sculptor Adwaita Gadanayak Reflects After Receiving Padma Shri Honour
Adwaita Charan Gadanayak, one of India’s most distinguished sculptors, has been honored with the prestigious Padma Shri Award, the fourth-highest civilian award in the country. President Droupadi Murmu presented the award in recognition of his outstanding contributions to Indian sculpture and public art. Currently, Gadanayak serves as the Director General of the National Gallery of Modern Art (NGMA) under the Ministry of Culture. He has also led…
Manda Krishna Awarded By Padma Shri
Delhi/Hyderabad, may 28 (Maxim News): The Padma Shri Awards-2025 ceremony was held in a grand manner. President Draupadi Murmu presented awards to those who have rendered distinguished services in their respective fields at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Tuesday. Here To Join Us On WhatsApp A total of three Padma Shri was received from Telugu states in the individual category. Manda krishna madiga, founder of the madiga Reservation Porata Samiti (MRPS) …
Manoj Bajpayee Celebrates Guru Barry John’s Padma Shri Honour: “My Guiding Light”
New Delhi [India], May 28: Renowned Bollywood actor Manoj Bajpayee took to social media to express his heartfelt joy and pride after his theatre mentor, Barry John, was conferred with the prestigious Padma Shri Award. The celebrated theatre artist received the honour from President Droupadi Murmu during the second Civil Investiture Ceremony held at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Tuesday. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Manoj Bajpayee (@bajpa…
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