Padma Award Types
Progressive Tribal Farmer from Chirang - practicing mixed integrated farming, modern technology and innovative Horticulture
Senior Political Leader of Papua New Guinea – championing closer India-Pacific cooperation
International Para-Swimmer from Bhind - 1st Asian para athlete to conquer the English Channel
Rice Farmer from Kasargod - known for safeguarding 650+ rice varieties from extinction
Keralite who has devoted his life to spread the joy of reading across Arunachal, by establishing a series of libraries in its remotest parts - fondly referred to as Uncle Moosa
Renowned Nadaswaram Maestro with career spanning for 6 decades - performed Nationally and Internationally
Progressive Horticulture Farmer from Saharanpur - specialising in modifying Singhara crop geometry and rotation practise
Renowned Craftsman from Bidar - promoting the craft globally, known for introducing the Phooljhadi design in Bidri
'Gujarati humorist writer and comedian - famous for fostering the message of communal harmony through books and films
81 years old Divyang Social Worker from Amravati - dedicated his life towards rehabilitation of divyang, orphaned & destitute children
5th generation Seraikella Chhau dancer - performed across India and the world
Retired Soldier and 1971 war veteran turned Painter from Meerut - specialising in depicting episodes of valour during the war