Atal International, Bhushan, and Gaurav Awards Recognize Excellence Across 61 Categories
New Delhi, December 21, 2024:
The Atal Foundation hosted the Atal Samman Ceremony 2024 at the Prime Ministers’ Museum in New Delhi to honor the legacy of former Prime Minister Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee. The event recognized 35 individuals and organizations across 61 categories for their exemplary contributions to society and the nation.
The ceremony saw the presence of prominent personalities, including Shri Narayan Jatia (former Rajya Sabha MP), Dr. Ashok Aggarwal (Chairman of LVF), Shri Avinash Rai Khanna (MP and Vice Chairman of the Red Cross Society), and other dignitaries, adding prestige to the occasion.
Award Highlights
Atal Gaurav Awards (29 Categories):
- Pankaj Maurya (Eastern Uttar Pradesh): Foster care contributions.
- Ayan Sarkar (Tripura): Innovations in organic farming.
- Madanlal (Gujarat): Employment generation efforts.
- Gaurav Mittal (Western Uttar Pradesh): Social service initiatives.
Atal International Awards (11 Categories):
- Dr. Nishi Bhatt (UK): Stroke treatment expertise.
- Aswani Guruji (Russia): Promotion of Indian classical culture.
- Mrs. Manji Sharma (Jaipur): Exemplary political service.
- Amit Ramchandani (Punjab): Capital market innovations.
Atal Bhushan Awards (21 Categories):
- Monika Miglani (Delhi): Contributions in education, health, and welfare.
- Casper James (Andaman): Tribal community welfare.
- Arpita Shah (Ahmedabad): Social service excellence.
Special Recognition
Mrs. Aparna Singh, National President of the Atal Foundation, was honored for her leadership in expanding the foundation’s outreach to 27 Indian states and union territories. Her efforts to raise awareness about government policies and deliver services to remote areas embody Atal Ji’s values of inclusivity and service.
