President Murmu Confers Padma Awards 2026 at Rashtrapati Bhavan

President Droupadi Murmu presented the prestigious Padma Awards 2026 to several eminent personalities during the second Civil Investiture Ceremony at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Tuesday. The event honored national and international dignitaries for their exceptional achievements, drawing widespread praise from top political leaders across the country.

Lucknow: Chief minister Yogi Adityanath congratulated UP residents who received Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan and Padma Shri awards for 2026 from President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday.

In a message on ‘X’ for Chiranji Lal Yadav, the CM said: “For past five decades, your contribution to preserving, nurturing and giving a new national and international identity to the rich art of ‘Kansa Nakkashi’ has been invaluable and commendable. This distinguished achievement of yours has enhanced the prestige of UP in the country and across the world.”

Highlighting contribution of late Raghupat Singh to the field of agriculture, the CM wrote: “For more than five decades, his dedication to service gave a new direction to Indian agriculture. By dedicating his life to the conservation and promotion of traditional seeds, he made an extraordinary contribution towards enriching the lives of farmers. His role in strengthening self-reliant agriculture and biodiversity conservation will always remain a source of inspiration.”

Congratulating Anil Rastogi on receiving Padma Shri, the CM wrote: “It is a matter of joy and pride for the people of UP. Through more than 1,000 theatrical performances and global theatre festivals, you have brought honour to Indian art and culture at the international level. Your research papers are living testimony to your outstanding education, values and scholarship. Your contribution to theatre is deeply inspiring for theatre practitioners.”

राष्ट्रपति भवन में मंगलवार को आयोजित नागरिक अलंकरण समारोह-द्वितीय में राष्ट्रपति द्रौपदी मुर्मु ने देश और विदेश की कई प्रतिष्ठित हस्तियों को पद्म पुरस्कार 2026 से सम्मानित किया. झारखंड के पूर्व मुख्यमंत्री शिबू सोरेन को पद्म भूषण मिला. गायिका अलका याग्निक को भी पुरस्कार देकर सम्मानित किया गया

The civil investiture ceremony celebrated icons from various fields. Former Jharkhand Chief Minister Shibu Soren received the Padma Bhushan for his public service. Celebrated playback singer Alka Yagnik was also honored, marking a significant moment for the Indian music industry during the national event.

History of the Padma Awards

The Padma Awards are among the highest civilian honors in India, instituted in 1954. Announced annually on Republic Day, these awards recognize exceptional achievements across fields like art, social work, public affairs, science, trade, medicine, literature, education, sports, and civil service.

The awards are classified into three distinct categories: Padma Vibhushan for exceptional and distinguished service, Padma Bhushan for distinguished service of high order, and Padma Shri for distinguished service in any field. The 2026 edition continues this long-standing tradition of honoring grassroots contributors and national icons.

FAQs

Who presented the Padma Awards 2026?

President Droupadi Murmu presented the Padma Awards 2026 during the second Civil Investiture Ceremony held at Rashtrapati Bhavan.

Which award did former Jharkhand CM Shibu Soren receive?

Former Jharkhand Chief Minister Shibu Soren was honored with the Padma Bhushan award for 2026 during the national ceremony.

Why did Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath praise Anil Rastogi?

Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath praised Anil Rastogi for delivering more than 1,000 theatrical performances and elevating Indian art at global theatre festivals.

What is the significance of the late Raghupat Singh’s work?

The late Raghupat Singh dedicated over five decades to conserving and promoting traditional seeds, helping advance self-reliant Indian agriculture and biodiversity.