Sat Mar 29 06:28:44 UTC 2025: **The Hindu Awards Celebrate Women’s Achievements**

Chennai, March 29, 2025 — The Hindu newspaper celebrated outstanding women across various fields at its annual World of Women (WoW) Awards 2025. The ceremony, held in Chennai on March 28th, recognized achievements in 13 categories, highlighting the contributions of women who have broken barriers and excelled in their chosen professions.

Among the prominent awardees were:

* **Lifetime Achievement:** Justice (Retd.) Prabha Sridevan, former Madras High Court judge, lauded for her landmark “Homemaker Judgment.”
* **Trailblazers in Tech:** Roshni Nadar Malhotra (in absentia), Chairperson of HCL Technologies, recognized for her leadership and philanthropic work.
* **Excellence in Music:** Aruna Sairam, renowned Carnatic vocalist, celebrated for her innovative interpretations of traditional music.
* **Excellence in Sports:** Vaishali Rameshbabu, one of India’s few women chess Grandmasters.
* **Excellence in Entrepreneurship:** Chindi Varadarajulu, founder of Chutney Villa and Pumpkin Tales, lauded for her culinary ventures and commitment to women’s empowerment.
* **Achievement in Surpassing Disability:** Dr. Aiswarya Rao, a public health consultant and disability rights advocate.
* **Contribution to Society:** Dr. Supraja Dharini, founder of The Tree Foundation, dedicated to Olive Ridley turtle conservation.
* **Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Champion:** Kalki Subramaniam, transgender activist and artist.
* **Excellence in Art & Culture:** Thilagavathi Palani, pioneering female Kattaikuttu artist.
* **Excellence in Health & Hygiene:** Dr. Vijayalakshmi Deshmane, first woman professor at Kidwai Memorial Cancer Hospital.
* **Generational Pride:** Suneeta and Sindoori Reddy, for their contributions to healthcare through Apollo Hospitals.
* **Excellence in Education, Science & Technology:** Dr. Tessy Thomas, known as the “Missile Woman of India.”
* **Excellence in Agriculture & Rural Development:** Dr. V. Geethalakshmi, climatologist and developer of weather-based crop insurance protocols.
* **Excellence in Business Leadership:** Prabha Narasimhan, MD & CEO of Colgate-Palmolive India.

The awards ceremony showcased the diverse talents and impactful contributions of women in India, emphasizing their significant role in shaping the nation’s progress. The Hindu’s WoW Awards continue to serve as a platform to recognize and celebrate these remarkable achievements.

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