Punjab Recommends 13 Eminent Personalities for Padma Awards 2026

August 15, 2025

The Punjab government has recommended 13 names from the state for the Padma Awards. Padma Awards are announced on the eve of Republic day.  All these names are of such persons who have set an example for society and the country by doing excellent work in their respective fields.

These names include veterans from various fields like social service, art, agriculture, sports, journalism, and industry. The Punjab government says that the contribution of these people is inspirational not only for the state but the entire country.

Names recommended by Punjab Government 

The most popular names among the names recommended for the Padma Award are Punjabi singer Babbu Maan, Bollywood singer Sukhwinder Singh, 114-year-old late marathon runner Faiza Singh, big businessman Jawahar Lal Oswal, social worker Narinder Singh.

Arun Kumar who does embroidery work has also been recommended by Punjab Govt. Farmer Bhajan Singh Shergill, social worker Kar Sevak Bhuriwal Baba Kashmir Singh, Bhai Guriqbal Singh, Jatinder Pannu Dr. Harimander Singh Sidhu, Birinder Singh Masti and Sant Baba Sukha Singh have also been recommended for the highest civilian honor.

Fauja Singh’s name is especially in the news

Among these, marathon runner Fauja Singh’s name is especially in the news, who is known worldwide for his longevity and dedication to sports. Last Month, Runner Fauja Singh died after high speed car hit him.

Artists like Babu Singh Maan and Sukhwinder Singh have taken Punjabi culture and art to new heights.

Jawahar Lal Oswal, who has made a significant contribution in the field of industry and philanthropy in Punjab, is also included in this list. The efforts of Bhajan Singh Shergill and Dr. Harimander Singh Sidhu in the field of agriculture have also been appreciated at a high level.