Nagpur: The Rajratna Puraskar 2020 was conferred on seven people for bringing laurels to Maharashtra in various fields with their extraordinary efforts, at Senior Bhonsala Palace, Mahal, on Friday.
The event was held to commemorate the death anniversary of Raje Raghuji Maharaj Bhonsale (first). It was jointly organized by Shrimant Raje Raghuji Maharaj Bhonsale (first) Bahuuddeshiya Memorial Foundation and Maharaja of Nagpur Trust.
The programme was inaugurated by MLC Girish Vyas in the presence of president of Bhonsale foundation and chief guest for the evening Raje Raghuji Maharaj Bhonsale. Chhattisgarh governor Anusuiya Uikey presided over the function. Rajratna Puruskar Samiti President Raje Mudhoji Bhonsale, convener of the event.
Noted writer, theatre personality and Padma Vibhushan awardee Shivshahir Babasaheb Purandare was honoured with the award for his glorious work in the fields of history and literature.
Santosh Deshmukh from Sindkhed Raja was bestowed with the award for excellence in the field of journalism. The award for contribution in the cultural sphere was given to the versatile Hindustani classical vocalist Tanuja Nafde. Professor Sangita Tekade was presented with the award for her featured work in theatre whereas photojournalist Vilas Aglave for his contribution in the field of journalism.
Krushna Prakash, IPS officer, Mumbai, who could no attend the programme, was awarded for his excellence in the field of sports.
The under 18 awards were given to Aarya Kalamkar for dance and Sarvesh Peshkar for sports (karate).
In his introductory remarks, Mudhoji Bhonsale said, “Earlier, this banner was named Vidarbha Gaurav Puraskar. We decided to expand our horizons and honour people from across the state so it was rebranded to ‘Rajratna Puruskar’. This year, we received 578 proposals for the nomination and the committee zeroed in on 7 names.”
Speaking on the occasion, Vyas said, “It is a Herculean task in itself to select 7 names to be honoured among the nearly 600 people who have done tremendous work in their respective fields. When a personality is decorated with this award, the valiant history of Raje Raghuji Maharaj Bhonsale unravels before us.” He urged the office bearers to install a library in the premises so that students can acquire knowledge regarding the Bhonsale legacy.
Uikey said, “When personalities engaged in positive activities are acknowledged and felicitated, positivity increases in the society and people are inspired to do admirable work.” She congratulated all the awardees.
Sarang Thok conducted the programme.
Earlier, the guests inaugurated the event by releasing balloons in the air, bearing the message ‘Save water’, to spread awareness. Thakur Bais and MLAs Mohan Mate and Dinanath Padole marked their presence.
The event was held to commemorate the death anniversary of Raje Raghuji Maharaj Bhonsale (first). It was jointly organized by Shrimant Raje Raghuji Maharaj Bhonsale (first) Bahuuddeshiya Memorial Foundation and Maharaja of Nagpur Trust.
The programme was inaugurated by MLC Girish Vyas in the presence of president of Bhonsale foundation and chief guest for the evening Raje Raghuji Maharaj Bhonsale. Chhattisgarh governor Anusuiya Uikey presided over the function. Rajratna Puruskar Samiti President Raje Mudhoji Bhonsale, convener of the event.
Noted writer, theatre personality and Padma Vibhushan awardee Shivshahir Babasaheb Purandare was honoured with the award for his glorious work in the fields of history and literature.
Santosh Deshmukh from Sindkhed Raja was bestowed with the award for excellence in the field of journalism. The award for contribution in the cultural sphere was given to the versatile Hindustani classical vocalist Tanuja Nafde. Professor Sangita Tekade was presented with the award for her featured work in theatre whereas photojournalist Vilas Aglave for his contribution in the field of journalism.
Krushna Prakash, IPS officer, Mumbai, who could no attend the programme, was awarded for his excellence in the field of sports.
The under 18 awards were given to Aarya Kalamkar for dance and Sarvesh Peshkar for sports (karate).
In his introductory remarks, Mudhoji Bhonsale said, “Earlier, this banner was named Vidarbha Gaurav Puraskar. We decided to expand our horizons and honour people from across the state so it was rebranded to ‘Rajratna Puruskar’. This year, we received 578 proposals for the nomination and the committee zeroed in on 7 names.”
Speaking on the occasion, Vyas said, “It is a Herculean task in itself to select 7 names to be honoured among the nearly 600 people who have done tremendous work in their respective fields. When a personality is decorated with this award, the valiant history of Raje Raghuji Maharaj Bhonsale unravels before us.” He urged the office bearers to install a library in the premises so that students can acquire knowledge regarding the Bhonsale legacy.
Uikey said, “When personalities engaged in positive activities are acknowledged and felicitated, positivity increases in the society and people are inspired to do admirable work.” She congratulated all the awardees.
Sarang Thok conducted the programme.
Earlier, the guests inaugurated the event by releasing balloons in the air, bearing the message ‘Save water’, to spread awareness. Thakur Bais and MLAs Mohan Mate and Dinanath Padole marked their presence.
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