97 years old Gujarati Author dedicated to children's literature - wrote 2,000 stories in 500 books across multiple languages (Posthumous)

Renowned Oceanographer who lead socially impactful programs - developed the State of the Art early Tsunami Warning System.

Theyyam Dance Maestro from Kannur - preserving the dying art form rooted in North Kerala

102 years old Educationist and Administrator from Thrissur - fostered education and promoted traditional Kerala art forms for 7 decades (Posthumous)

Eminent Art Collector, known for promoting art in public spaces - collection of exceeding 13,000 modern and contemporary artworks

Visionary Ophthalmologist of over 55 years - provided transformative leadership in affordable eye care to all

Senior Political Leader of Papua New Guinea – championing closer India-Pacific cooperation

An environmentalist from Seraikela Kharsawan, known for protecting the forests and wild life, empowered 30,000 women through Self Help Group.

Veteran Woman Business Leader - from the Banking sector

Mand Folk singing brother-duo from Bikaner , performed on various national, international stages and gave music direction in films.