INDIA
Forensics professional - instrumental in establishing the world’s 1st Forensic Sciences University in Gandhinagar
Renowned Gond painter from Mandla
Veteran Sanskrit Scholar from Reasi - respected for his command over Sanrkit and Vedic literature
Renowned Madal player from Kalimpong - preserving and promoting Gorkha folk culture
Veteran Nephrologist from UP - respected for his work and service to the poor
Renowned Historian - well known for his works on Modern Indian History, particularly Partition and the Freedom movement
Veteran Folk Theatre Artist - Performed 2000+ shows over 5 decades, popularly known as 'Braj Kokila'
Popular Kajari folk Singer from Mirzapur
Veteran Football Player, Captain and Coach of the Indian Football team
Aquaculture Scientist from Prayagraj - known for his work in Pearl culture