Padma Shri Award 2026: Full List of Recipients

Mumbai, January 25: The Government of India has conferred the Padma Shri, the nation’s fourth-highest civilian award, upon 113 individuals for their distinguished service in various fields as part of the 2026 Republic Day honors. This year’s list is defined by a significant emphasis on "People’s Padma," featuring 45 ‘unsung heroes’ who have worked quietly at the grassroots level for decades. These awardees include tribal artists, rural healthcare pioneers, and environmentalists from remote regions, representing a diverse cross-section of Indian society. Padma Vibhushan Award 2026: Full List of Recipients.

President Droupadi Murmu approved the honors on the eve of the 77th Republic Day, bringing the total number of Padma awards this year to 131. The Padma Shri recipients were selected for their contributions to medicine, social work, art, literature, and science, often overcoming immense personal and geographic challenges to serve their communities. Padma Bhushan Award 2026: Full List of Recipients.

131 Distinguished Personalities Receive Padma Shri 2026 Award

List of Padma Shri 2026 Awardees

While the names were announced on January 25, 2026, the recipients will be officially honored by President Droupadi Murmu at a grand ceremony in Rashtrapati Bhavan scheduled for March or April. These awards serve as a precursor to the Republic Day parade at Kartavya Path, where the nation celebrates its democratic foundation and the exceptional citizens who uphold its values.

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