Padma Award 2025: Who Made the Cut This Year?

The Padma Awards 2025 have been officially announced, recognizing the remarkable contributions of individuals across a variety of fields. Established in 1954, these awards are among the highest civilian honors in India, categorized into three tiers: Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan, and Padma Shri. They celebrate extraordinary dedication and impact on society.

Which Is the Highest Padma Award?

The Padma Vibhushan is the highest award among the three, honoring exceptional and distinguished service in any field, including government service. It is followed by the Padma Bhushan, which recognizes distinguished service of high order, and the Padma Shri, awarded for notable service in any field.

Padma Awards 2025 Winners List

Below is a summary of the notable recipients of this year’s awards:

Award	Recipient Name	Field of contribution	Nationality
Padma Vibhushan Award	Justice Jagdish Singh (Retd.)	Public Affairs	Chandigarh
Padma Vibhushan Award	Duvvur Nageshwar Reddy	Medicine	Telangana
Padma Bhushan Award	A Surya Prakash	Literature and Education (Journalism)	Kerala
Padma Bhushan Award	P R Sreejesh	Sports	Kerala
Padma Shri Award	Arijit Singh	Art	West Benagal
Padma Shri Award	R Ashwin	Sports	Tamil Nadu
Padma Shri Award	Radha Bahin Bhatt	Social Work	Uttrakhand
Padma Shri Award	Neerja Bhatla	Medicine	Delhi
Padma Shri Award	Sant Ram Deswal	Literature and Education	Haryana

Foreigners Who Got Padma Awards 2025

In addition to the 2025 awards, it’s notable to mention the foreign nationals honored in 2024:

• Jonas Masetti (Brazilian) – Recognized for promoting Indian spirituality, philosophy, and culture.
• Osamu Suzuki (Japan) – Honored for contributions to trade and education.

Key Highlights of Padma Awards 2025

1. Diversity in Recognitions: This year’s list features individuals from various fields such as literature, medicine, education, public service, and arts.
2. Regional Representation: The honorees come from multiple states, showcasing India’s rich cultural diversity.
3. Women and Unsung Heroes: Several women and grassroots workers received accolades for their significant contributions to society.

Conclusion

The Padma Awards 2025 exemplify India’s dedication to honoring excellence across diverse domains. By recognizing both national and international achievers, these awards inspire many to pursue distinction in their respective fields. The complete list reflects the nation’s gratitude towards those who tirelessly work to effect positive change.

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