Delhi, May 27: President of India, Droupadi Murmu presented Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan and Padma Shri Awards for the year 2025 at the Civil Investiture Ceremony-II held at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Tuesday
The President during the second Civil Investiture Ceremony held at Rashtrapati Bhavan today, presented the coveted awards to as many as 69 ace Indians.
During the ceremony, President Murmu presented India's second-highest civilian honour, the Padma Vibhushan, to Justice (Retd.) Jagdish Singh Khehar, former Chief Justice of India for his contribution to the field of Public Affairs.
Sharda Sinha, a legendary folk singer renowned for her devotional and Chhath songs, was awarded the Padma Vibhushan posthumously for her contribution to the field of arts especially in folk music. Her son, Anshuman Sinha, received the award on her behalf.
Kumudini Rajnikant Lakhia was also honoured posthumously with the Padma Vibhushan for her contribution to the field of arts. Her grandson accepted the award on her behalf.
Similarly, Dr. Shobana Chandrakumar received the Padma Bhushan for her significant contribution to the field of arts i.e folk dance.
Sadhvi Ritambhara was also conferred the Padma Bhushan for her work in the field of social work.
Bibek Debroy, economist and former Chairman of the Economic Advisory Council to the Prime Minister, was awarded the Padma Bhushan posthumously for his contributions to the field of literature and education. His wife accepted the award on his behalf.
