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New Delhi: Ahead of Republic day celebration after the government announced the list of Padma Shri awardees, Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his greetings to the nominees praising their contributions to society and highlighting their dedication, perseverance, and innovation in various fields.
In a post on X, PM shared “Congratulations to all the Padma awardees! India is proud to honour and celebrate their extraordinary achievements. Their dedication and perseverance are truly motivating. Each awardee is synonymous with hard work, passion and innovation, which has positively impacted countless lives. They teach us the value of striving for excellence and serving society selflessly.”
This year, India has conferred seven Padma Vibhushan, 19 Padma Bhushan, and 113 Padma Shri awards, recognizing exceptional contributions across various fields. The list includes 23 women awardees, 10 individuals from the categories of Foreigners, NRIs, PIOs, and OCIs, along with 13 posthumous awards.
The Padma awards, among the country’s highest civilian honors, are conferred in three categories: Padma Shri, Padma Bhushan, and Padma Vibhushan.
These awards are given in various disciplines such as art, social work, public affairs, science and engineering, trade and industry, medicine, and literature, among others.
The Padma Shri is the fourth-highest civilian award in India, after the Bharat Ratna, Padma Vibhushan, and Padma Bhushan.
Notably, the Padma Shri awardee list includes several individuals who have made remarkable contributions in their respective fields.
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