President Murmu to confer Padma awards on June 23
President Droupadi Murmu is set to confer the prestigious Padma awards to several notable Indian personalities on June 23. The list of recipients includes actors Mammootty, R. Madhavan, and the late Satish Shah.
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The Padma awards are among India's highest civilian honors, recognizing significant contributions to arts, philanthropy, and public service.
President Droupadi Murmu will present the coveted Padma awards to noted personalities, including actors and R. Madhavan, as well as Satish Shah, whose kin will receive it posthumously, during the second round of the civil investiture ceremony on June 23, officials said on Monday (June 8, 2026).
The report is a straightforward announcement of a government event and award recipients.
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