Arunachalam Muruganantham, a social entrepreneur from Tamil Nadu, India, has claimed he is nominated for the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize. Known for his groundbreaking work in menstrual hygiene, Muruganantham developed low-cost sanitary pads, addressing a critical need in rural areas where such products were previously inaccessible. His journey from grassroots innovator to a global figure gained widespread recognition through the film 'Pad Man,' starring Akshay Kumar, which showcases his efforts to challenge societal stigma around menstruation. Muruganantham explained the nomination process during an interview, noting that it was initiated by a Dean from Aravind Eye Hospital in Pondicherry and American teams working there. The nomination was accepted within 24 hours. The Nobel Peace Prize nomination process is highly confidential, with submissions only accepted from qualified individuals. The winner is announced in October, with the award ceremony held in Oslo in December.