Overview
- Twenty awardees from 18 states and union territories received the national honor at Vigyan Bhawan, with senior Women & Child Development officials in attendance.
- The 2025 cohort was recognized for achievements in bravery, social service, environment, sports, art and culture, and science and technology.
- Assam’s Aishi Prisha Borah was honored in science and technology for low-cost sustainability innovations, including a waste-paper pencil machine and greywater recycling.
- Notable recipients included Telangana’s Vishwanath Karthikey Padakanti for completing the Seven Summits, Mizoram’s Esther Lalduhawmi Hnamte for patriotic performances, and Uttar Pradesh’s Ajay Raj for saving his father during a crocodile attack, with Punjab’s Shvan Singh cited for aiding soldiers during Operation Sindoor.
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi later met several honorees at Bharat Mandapam during Veer Bal Diwas events and lauded their courage, talent and service.