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In a prestigious ceremony held at the Ganatantra Mandap of Rashtrapati Bhawan, the President of India recently conferred 4 Padma Vibhushan, 10 Padma Bhushan, and 57 Padma Shri awards to distinguished individuals from various walks of life. These civilian honors recognize the exceptional contributions of individuals across a broad spectrum of disciplines and continue to be among the highest civilian awards in India.

A Historical Overview Of Padma Awards

The Padma Awards were instituted in 1954 by the Government of India, alongside the Bharat Ratna, the nation's highest civilian honor. Initially, the awards were structured under three classes:

• Pahela Varg (Class I)

• Dusra Varg (Class II)

• Tisra Varg (Class III)

However, in 1955, these were officially renamed through a Presidential Notification as:

• Padma Vibhushan

• Padma Bhushan

• Padma Shri

These awards were created to recognize and celebrate excellence in various fields of human endeavor.

Categories Of Padma Awards

• Padma Vibhushan – Conferred for exceptional and distinguished service in any field.

• Padma Bhushan – Given for distinguished service of a high order.

• Padma Shri – Awarded for distinguished service in any domain.

Eligibility Criteria

• Any individual, regardless of nationality, race, gender, or occupation, is eligible for nomination.

• Government employees, including those in Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs), are not considered unless they are doctors or scientists.

• While the awards are generally not given posthumously, exceptions are made in truly deserving cases.

• A minimum of five years must pass before a previous awardee can be considered for a higher category award. This condition, however, may be waived in extraordinary circumstances.

• Public nominations, including self-nominations, are encouraged and accepted to ensure inclusivity and transparency.

Selection Process

• The selection is conducted by the Padma Awards Committee, formed annually by the Prime Minister of India.

• The Committee is led by the Cabinet Secretary and includes eminent personalities from various fields.

• After thorough vetting, the recommendations are sent to the Prime Minister and subsequently forwarded to the President of India for approval.

• The awards are usually presented during the Civil Investiture Ceremony held in March or April every year.

• Awardees receive a Sanad (certificate) signed by the President and a medallion during the ceremony.

Other Notable Features

• The total number of Padma awards given in a year is limited to 120, excluding: Posthumous recipients, Foreign nationals, NRIs, and Overseas Citizens of India (OCIs)

• These honors are not titles and must not be used as prefixes or suffixes to the recipient’s name.

• The awards cover a broad range of fields, including: Art, Literature and Education, Science and Engineering, Social Work, Public Affairs, Trade and Industry, Medicine, Sports, Civil Service

Conclusion

The Padma Awards symbolize the highest level of recognition for Indian citizens and global contributors who have positively impacted society through their work. These honors not only celebrate individual achievements but also inspire generations to serve the nation with dedication and excellence.

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