1st Female Harikatha Storyteller performing in Sanskrit - breaking traditional barriers and keeping the storytelling tradition alive since 4 decades

Eminent Wheat Scientist - introduced high-yield wheat positively impacting millions across the globe

Archery Coach from East Singbhum - mentoring Indian archers and teams to international victories for the past 3 decades

83 years old Wood Toy Maker - promoting and preserving Varanasi's Wooden Handicraft industry

Telugu films Mega Star with an illustrious career spanning 4 decades, having worked in over 150 films across 5 languages, served the country as Former Union Tourism Minister and through Chiranjeevi Charitable Trust

Passionate Social Worker from Sirsa serving society by providing child care, serving hospital patients and taking care of homeless and destitute children

80 year old Veteran Hockey Coach and Selector – making a seminal contribution to Indian hockey over 6 decades

85 years old Mach Folk Theater artist - contributing to the preservation of Malwa's cultural heritage for 7 decades

Celebrated Longpi Pottery Craftsperson from Ukhrul - known for practicing this old Manipuri craft tracing back to 10,000 BC

Social Worker from Aizawl running one of Mizoram's largest Orphanage - providing shelter to drug addicts, alcoholics and divyang children