Purulia: Dukhu Majhi, a 78-year-old environmentalist from Sindri village, Purulia, is set to be honored with the prestigious Padma Shri award in recognition of his remarkable dedication to environmental conservation and tree planting, spanning over five decades. Despite facing financial constraints that impeded his formal education, Majhi has become a beacon of inspiration, having planted…
Itanagar: Yanung Jamoh Lego, a 58-year-old herbal medicine expert from the Adi Community in Arunachal Pradesh, to be conferred with the prestigious Padma Shri Award, earning her the title of “Adi Queen of Herbs.” Her remarkable contributions to herbal medicine, despite financial constraints and personal challenges, have played a crucial role in reviving the traditional…
Guwahati: Parbati Baruah, renowned as “Hasti Kanya” from Assam has scripted history by becoming India’s first woman mahout to receive the prestigious Padma Shri Award. Breaking gender stereotypes, she has carved a niche for herself in the traditionally male-dominated field of elephant care and management. Parbati Baruah’s noteworthy achievements include her unwavering commitment to mitigating…
