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Padma Shri 2026 Full List: Ex-Bus Conductor, 90-Year-Old Tribal Musician Among 45 ‘Unsung Heroes’

  • On January 25, 2026 the Union government published the Padma awards list, naming about 45 recipients in the Padma Shri 'unsung heroes' category in India.
  • The Padma Shri recognises distinguished service in any field across art, social work, science and engineering, medicine, literature and education, sports, and the awards are announced annually on Republic Day.
  • Among the broader Padma list, Ajith Kumar was conferred the Padma Bhushan among 19 recipients, D. Nageshwar Reddy received the Padma Vibhushan, and L. Subramaniam and Ricky Kej were also honoured.
  • The April 28 ceremony at Rashtrapati Bhavan saw President Droupadi Murmu present Padma awards to 139 personalities, recognizing their contributions.
  • Past award rolls show earlier editions, including 2025, featured 139 recipients with 113 Padma Shri and honoured grassroots elders like 100-year-old Libia Lobo Sardesai.
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The Hindu broke the news in India on Sunday, January 25, 2026.
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