Celebrated Dogri Author & Playwright from Samba - depicting local culture through his literary works

Veteran Political Leader from Manipur - former Deputy Chief Minister of Manipur

85 year old Rod Puppeteer from Keonjhar - promoting the Kathi Kandhei Nach for 6 decades

Veteran Biochemist credited for establishing multiple institutions - including India's first DNA synthesis facility back in the 1980s

Renowned Zadipatti Theatre Actor from Gadchiroli - using theatre as a means of rehabilitating misguided youth in LWE affected areas

Senior Business Leader - former Chair of Rasna Private Limited, who created India's favourite drink 'Rasna' (Posthumous)

Internationally-acclaimed Music Director - has composed songs for over 200 films

91 year old Puppeteer with over 500 shows to his credit - spreads awareness on social issues through his plays

94 year old Nuclear Science Professor - credited for having taught 3 generations of Indian nuclear scientists