Sat Jan 25 18:00:10 UTC 2025: ## Padma Awards 2025: Diverse Group of Achievers Honored
**New Delhi, [Date of Publication]:** The Union Home Ministry announced the prestigious Padma Awards 2025 on Saturday, recognizing a diverse range of individuals for their exceptional contributions to various fields. This year’s list includes 30 unsung heroes, alongside prominent figures from across the nation.
The Padma Shri award, one of India’s highest civilian honors, was bestowed upon a remarkable group, including:
* **Social workers and activists:** Bheem Singh Bhavesh, known for his work uplifting the Musahar community, and Dr. Neerja Bhatla, a gynecologist specializing in uterine cancer detection and prevention.
* **Artists and cultural figures:** P. Dattacharya Murthy, a renowned Thavil player; Gokul Chandra Das, a Dhak player from West Bengal who empowered women in a male-dominated field; and the 100-year-old Goa freedom fighter, Libia Lobo Sardessai.
* **Entrepreneurs and innovators:** Sali Holkar, a social entrepreneur who revived Maheshwari crafts and established a weaving school in Madhya Pradesh; and L. Hangthing, a Nagaland farmer with extensive experience in cultivating non-native fruits.
* **International figures:** Kuwaiti yoga teacher Sheikha A.J. Al Sabah and the travel blogger couple Huw and Colleen Gantzer from Uttarakhand.
Paralympic archer Harvinder Singh, who won India’s first gold medal at the 2024 Paris Paralympics, was also among the recipients.
The Padma Awards highlight the government’s commitment to recognizing individuals who have made significant contributions to society across various sectors, showcasing the breadth of talent and dedication within India.
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