Two Unsung Heroes Honored with Padma Shri at 2026 Ceremony
Meet Dr R Sreedher And Prof. Gambir Singh Yonzone - India’s Unsung Heroes to Be Honoured With Padma Shri Today
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President Droupadi Murmu will confer 66 Padma Awards today, including honors for Dr. R. Sreedher and Prof. Gambir Singh Yonzone. Dr. Sreedher, known as the 'Father of Community Radio', and Prof. Yonzone, a prominent botanist and environmentalist, exemplify extraordinary contributions to society.
- 01The Padma Awards ceremony will take place at Rashtrapati Bhavan, attended by top dignitaries including Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
- 02This year, 66 awards will be given, comprising two Padma Vibhushan, six Padma Bhushan, and 58 Padma Shri awards.
- 03Dr. R. Sreedher, recognized for pioneering community radio in India, launched the first station in 2004 and has reached over 140,000 children through educational broadcasts.
- 04Prof. Gambir Singh Yonzone, a distinguished botanist from Darjeeling, has dedicated over six decades to education and ecological conservation in the Eastern Himalayas.
- 05The Padma Awards, established to honor exceptional service in various fields, will see a total of 131 awards conferred in 2026.
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Today, President Droupadi Murmu will honor 66 individuals with Padma Awards at Rashtrapati Bhavan, including two notable figures: Dr. R. Sreedher and Prof. Gambir Singh Yonzone. Dr. Sreedher, aged 78 from Tamil Nadu, is celebrated as the 'Father of Community Radio' for his pioneering efforts in expanding grassroots communication, having established India's first community radio station in 2004. His initiatives have enhanced public access to interactive media, particularly benefiting children through educational programs. Prof. Yonzone, 86, from the Darjeeling hills, is recognized for his extensive contributions to education and environmental conservation. He has dedicated over six decades to improving academic infrastructure and protecting the fragile Himalayan ecosystem. The Padma Awards, one of India's highest civilian honors, recognize distinguished service across various fields, with this year's ceremony marking the first civil investiture of 2026.
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The recognition of Dr. Sreedher and Prof. Yonzone highlights the importance of community engagement and environmental conservation in India.
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