The Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has said nominations/recommendations for the Padma Awards-2026 started on Saturday.
Sonu Nigam calls out the lack of Padma awards for legendary singers like Kishore Kumar, Alka Yagnik, Shreya Ghoshal, and Sunidhi Chauhan in a recent Instagram video.
Padma Vibhushan is the latest decoration on Vasudevan Nair, who had won various state and national laurels.
Adnan Sami shared his gratitude for being part of the Padma Awards Committee. He called it an honor to celebrate India’s inspiring achievers.
Modi stressed the importance of recognising grassroots-level heroes who have made significant contributions to society.
The four Padma Vibhushan recipients are -- CDS General Bipin Rawat (Civil Service, Posthumous), Prabha Atre (Art), Kalyan Singh (Public Affairs, Posthumous) and Radhyashyam Khemka (Literature & Education, Posthumous).
The nominations can be from among women, SC/STs, “divyang” persons and those who are doing selfless service to society.
The CM thanked all the doctors and healthcare workers who relentlessly gave in everything they could to save lives during one of the biggest crises humanity has ever seen.
The award seeks to recognize achievements in all fields of activities or disciplines where an element of public service is involved.
The Prime Minister later wished those who were awarded Padma Awards -- one of the highest civilian honours of India announced annually on the eve of Republic Day.
