President Murmu Awards Padma Honors to Notable Figures in Arts and Public Service
President Murmu presents Padma awards; actor Dharmendra, violinist Rajam among top honourees
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On Monday, President Droupadi Murmu awarded the Padma Vibhushan to violinist N. Rajam and posthumously to actor Dharmendra, along with the Padma Bhushan to Bhagat Singh Koshyari and Uday Kotak for their significant contributions in their respective fields.
- 01N. Rajam received the Padma Vibhushan for her contributions to Indian classical music, particularly in Hindustani music.
- 02Bhagat Singh Koshyari was awarded the Padma Bhushan for his role in public affairs as the former Governor of Maharashtra.
- 03Uday Kotak was recognized with the Padma Bhushan for his impact on trade and industry, particularly in finance.
- 04Dharmendra was posthumously honored with the Padma Vibhushan for his contributions to Indian cinema, with Hema Malini accepting the award on his behalf.
- 05The awards celebrate distinguished contributions across various fields including art, public service, and business.
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President Droupadi Murmu conferred prestigious Padma awards on Monday, honoring notable figures for their significant contributions in various fields. Violinist N. Rajam received the Padma Vibhushan, India's second-highest civilian award, for her lifelong dedication to Indian classical music, particularly her unique “gayaki ang” style. The Padma Bhushan was awarded to former Maharashtra Governor Bhagat Singh Koshyari for his public service and to banker Uday Kotak for his contributions to trade and industry. Veteran actor Dharmendra was honored posthumously with the Padma Vibhushan for his immense impact on Indian cinema, with his wife Hema Malini accepting the award on his behalf.
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