Dr. Ramchandra and Suneeta Godbole Honored with Padma Shri for Combatting Tribal Malnutrition
Godbole couple to get Padma Shri for fighting malnutrition in tribals
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Dr. Ramchandra Godbole and Suneeta Godbole have been awarded the Padma Shri for their over 40 years of dedicated social work in combating malnutrition among tribal communities in Chhattisgarh and Maharashtra, particularly in the Naxal-affected Bastar region. They emphasize the need for collective efforts to address this critical issue.
- 01Dr. Ramchandra Godbole highlighted the need for national focus on malnutrition among tribal populations.
- 02The Godbole couple has spent over 40 years working on healthcare and upliftment of tribal communities.
- 03They have specifically targeted malnutrition and healthcare access in the Naxal-hit Bastar region of Chhattisgarh.
- 04Dr. Godbole stated, 'Fighting malnutrition is a long and difficult battle that requires everyone's participation.'
- 05The 2026 Padma Awards include 131 recipients, with 113 Padma Shri awards conferred.
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Dr. Ramchandra Godbole and Suneeta Godbole have been recognized with the Padma Shri award for their extensive contributions to healthcare and social work among tribal communities in Chhattisgarh and Maharashtra, particularly in the challenging Naxal-affected Bastar region. For over 40 years, the couple has dedicated their lives to addressing malnutrition and improving healthcare access for these marginalized populations. Dr. Godbole expressed his gratitude upon receiving the award, stating that it fills them with pride and emphasizes the importance of raising awareness about malnutrition issues affecting tribal children. He called for collective action, noting that the fight against malnutrition is a long and arduous journey that requires everyone's involvement. The 2026 Padma Awards have seen a total of 131 recipients, including 113 Padma Shri awards, highlighting the recognition of significant contributions across various fields.
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The Godbole couple's work significantly impacts the health and nutrition of tribal communities, potentially improving the lives of countless individuals in these regions.
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