Padma Awards: Former Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu, Bindeshwar Pathak conferred Padma Vibhushan; Here’s a complete list of winners

President Droupadi Murmu honored former Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu with the prestigious Padma Vibhushan award at a ceremony held at Rashtrapati Bhavan in Delhi. The President also conferred the Padma Bhushan award on renowned personalities like singer Usha Uthup and Bharatnatyam dancer Dr. Padma Subrahmanyam.

Padma Awards 2024 Ceremony
President Droupadi Murmu presided over the Civil Investiture Ceremony at Rashtrapati Bhavan, where she presented the Padma Awards to several distinguished individuals. The ceremony included the conferring of the Padma Bhushan award on actor Mithun Chakraborty and the posthumous presentation of the Padma Vibhushan award to Sulabh International founder Bindeshwar Pathak.

Significance of Padma Awards
The Padma Awards are among the highest civilian honors in India, recognizing exceptional contributions in various fields such as art, social work, public affairs, science, and literature. The awards, which include Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan, and Padma Shri, are announced annually on Republic Day.

List of Padma Awardees
The President approved the conferment of 132 Padma Awards for 2024, including 5 Padma Vibhushan, 17 Padma Bhushan, and 110 Padma Shri awards. The list includes notable individuals such as Ms. Vyjayantimala Bali, Shri Konidela Chiranjeevi, and Ms. Padma Subrahmanyam, who received the Padma Vibhushan for their exceptional contributions to the arts.

Padma Vibhushan Awardees

The prestigious Padma Vibhushan award, one of the highest civilian honors in India, was conferred upon five distinguished individuals for their exceptional contributions to society. Among the recipients were:

1. Ms. Vyjayantimala Bali: Renowned for her contributions to the arts, Ms. Bali, representing Tamil Nadu, was honored for her excellence in dance and acting.
2. Shri Konidela Chiranjeevi: A stalwart in the field of arts from Andhra Pradesh, Mr. Chiranjeevi was acknowledged for his outstanding contributions to cinema.
3. Shri M Venkaiah Naidu: Recognized for his contributions to Public Affairs, Mr. Naidu, hailing from Andhra Pradesh, has made a significant impact on governance and public service.
4. Shri Bindeshwar Pathak (Posthumous): Honored for his contributions to Social Work from Bihar, Mr. Pathak’s pioneering work in sanitation and social reform continues to inspire.
5. Ms. Padma Subrahmanyam: A legendary figure in the arts from Tamil Nadu, Ms. Subrahmanyam was recognized for her exceptional contributions to dance and culture.

Padma Bhushan Awardees: Diverse Contributions Recognized

The prestigious Padma Bhushan award was conferred upon several eminent personalities from diverse fields, recognizing their significant contributions to society. Among the recipients were:

1. Ms. M Fathima Beevi (Posthumous): Recognized for her contributions to Public Affairs, Ms. Beevi hailed from Kerala and left a lasting impact on society.
2. Shri Hormusji N Cama: A distinguished figure in Literature & Education-Journalism from Maharashtra, Mr. Cama was honored for his outstanding work in journalism.
3. Shri Mithun Chakraborty: Renowned for his contributions to the arts, Mr. Chakraborty, representing West Bengal, was acknowledged for his excellence in acting and dance.
4. Shri Sitaram Jindal: Hailing from Karnataka, Mr. Jindal was recognized for his exemplary work in Trade & Industry, making a significant impact on the business landscape.
5. Shri Young Liu: Representing Taiwan, Mr. Liu was acknowledged for his remarkable contributions to Trade & Industry, showcasing global excellence.
6. Shri Ashwin Balachand Mehta: A stalwart in the field of Medicine from Maharashtra, Mr. Mehta’s contributions were honored for their profound impact on healthcare.
7. Shri Satyabrata Mookherjee (Posthumous): Hailing from West Bengal, Mr. Mookherjee’s contributions to Public Affairs were posthumously recognized, highlighting his dedication to public service.
8. Shri Ram Naik: Acknowledged for his contributions to Public Affairs, Mr. Naik, from Maharashtra, has made a lasting impact on governance and public welfare.
9. Shri Tejas Madhusudan Patel: Recognized for his significant contributions to Medicine from Gujarat, Mr. Patel’s work has contributed to advancements in healthcare.
10. Shri Olanchery Rajagopal: Hailing from Kerala, Mr. Rajagopal was honored for his contributions to Public Affairs, reflecting his commitment to societal welfare.
11. Shri Dattatray Ambadas Mayaloo alias Rajdutt: Representing Maharashtra, Mr. Mayaloo’s contributions to the arts were acknowledged, highlighting his artistic excellence.
12. Shri Togdan Rinpoche (Posthumous): Recognized for his contributions to Others-Spiritualism from Ladakh, Mr. Rinpoche’s spiritual teachings have left a lasting impact.
13. Shri Pyarelal Sharma: An artistic maestro from Maharashtra, Mr. Sharma’s contributions to the arts were recognized, reflecting his artistic brilliance.
14. Shri Chandreshwar Prasad Thakur: Hailing from Bihar, Mr. Thakur was acknowledged for his significant contributions to Medicine, impacting healthcare in the region.
15. Ms. Usha Uthup: Renowned for her contributions to the arts, Ms. Uthup, representing West Bengal, was honored for her outstanding work in music.
16. Shri Vijaykanth (Posthumous): Recognized for his contributions to the arts from Tamil Nadu, Mr. Vijaykanth’s artistic legacy was posthumously honored.
17. Shri Kundan Vyas: A literary luminary from Maharashtra, Mr. Vyas was acknowledged for his contributions to Literature & Education-Journalism, reflecting his intellectual prowess and journalistic excellence.

The Padma Awards ceremony celebrates the outstanding achievements and contributions of individuals from various fields, recognizing their dedication and service to the nation. The awardees serve as an inspiration to others, encouraging excellence and innovation in their respective fields.