Padma Awards 2026: Unsung Heroes Honoured for Extraordinary Contributions

• The Padma Awards 2026 recognize unsung heroes from diverse fields across India, embodying the "People's Padma" spirit.
• Awardees include individuals from healthcare, art, literature, social work, and environmental protection, many from marginalized communities and remote areas.
• Several recipients from Tamil Nadu highlight the state's strong representation among grassroots contributors.
• Contributions range from addressing local health challenges and preserving indigenous heritage to promoting national integration and ecological wealth.
• Notable awardees include Armida Fernandez (Medicine, Maharashtra), Kumarasamy Thangaraj (Indian Genetics, Hyderabad), and Kollakkayil Devaki Amma G (Environment, Kerala).

Why It Matters: Padma Awards 2026 celebrate ordinary Indians making extraordinary societal contributions across diverse fields.