Sports & AwardsSkim2026-03-15

Nominations for Padma Awards 2027 Commence

What Happened

The Ministry of Home Affairs has opened online nominations and recommendations for the Padma Awards 2027 on the Rashtriya Puraskar Portal. The process invites citizens to nominate deserving individuals, including self-nominations, for their distinguished service across various fields.

Why It Matters

This initiative reinforces the 'People's Padma' concept by making the selection process more inclusive and transparent, focusing on unsung heroes performing selfless service.

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