Padma Awards 2024 Honors Exceptional Contributions Across Diverse Fields

New Delhi, January 26, 2024: Today, the nation celebrated the announcement of the prestigious Padma Awards, recognizing exemplary service and achievements in various domains. The Padma Awards, considered among the highest civilian honors, are presented annually on Republic Day.

The awards, divided into three categories — Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan, and Padma Shri — span a wide spectrum of disciplines, encompassing art, social work, public affairs, science and engineering, trade and industry, medicine, literature and education, sports, civil service, and more. Each category signifies a different level of distinction: 'Padma Vibhushan' for exceptional and distinguished service, 'Padma Bhushan' for distinguished service of high order, and 'Padma Shri' for distinguished service in any field.

The President of India bestows these honors at ceremonial functions held at Rashtrapati Bhawan, typically in March or April. For the year 2024, President [President's Name] has approved the conferment of a total of 132 Padma Awards, which includes 2 duo cases. In duo cases, the award is counted as one. The breakdown of the awards comprises 5 Padma Vibhushan, 17 Padma Bhushan, and 110 Padma Shri Awards.

A noteworthy aspect of this year's awards is the diverse representation, with 30 female awardees. The list also features 8 individuals from the category of Foreigners/NRI/PIO/OCI and pays tribute to 9 posthumous awardees.

The Padma Awards continue to be a symbol of honor, recognizing individuals who have made significant contributions to society across various spheres. This year's recipients join the illustrious league of those who have left an indelible mark on the nation through their dedication and outstanding accomplishments.