102 years old Educationist and Administrator from Thrissur - fostered education and promoted traditional Kerala art forms for 7 decades (Posthumous)

Eminent Art Collector, known for promoting art in public spaces - collection of exceeding 13,000 modern and contemporary artworks

Visionary Ophthalmologist of over 55 years - provided transformative leadership in affordable eye care to all

Senior Political Leader of Papua New Guinea – championing closer India-Pacific cooperation

An environmentalist from Seraikela Kharsawan, known for protecting the forests and wild life, empowered 30,000 women through Self Help Group.

Veteran Woman Business Leader - from the Banking sector

Mand Folk singing brother-duo from Bikaner , performed on various national, international stages and gave music direction in films.

Kantha embroidery artist – with her lifelong work contributing to the crafts and imparting training to women to make them self sufficient

Progressive Tribal Farmer from Chirang - practicing mixed integrated farming, modern technology and innovative Horticulture

Bhawaiya Folk Singer - promoting & illuminating the folk art for over 25 years