Padma Awards 2026 Announced: Dharmendra, Rohit Sharma Among Honorees

• The central government announced the Padma Awards for 2026 on the eve of Republic Day, honoring 131 individuals.
• Veteran actor Dharmendra will receive the Padma Vibhushan (posthumously), along with four other distinguished personalities.
• The Padma Bhushan will be awarded to 13 individuals, including singer Alka Yagnik, actor Mammootty, and industrialist Uday Kotak.
• Indian cricket captain Rohit Sharma, women's hockey player Savita Punia, and wrestler Harmanpreet Kaur Bhullar are among the 113 Padma Shri recipients.
• The awards recognize contributions in various fields like art, sports, science, medicine, and social service, with 19 women and 16 posthumous awards this year.

Why It Matters: Padma Awards 2026 honor 131 individuals, including Dharmendra (Vibhushan) and Rohit Sharma (Shri).