NEW DELHI: India’s para-archer Harvinder Singh has been honoured with the prestigious Padma Shri award on the eve of Republic Day 2025. A gold medallist at the Paris 2024 Paralympics, Harvinder’s remarkable achievements have earned him recognition as one of the country's finest athletes.
The Padma Awards, among India’s highest civilian honours, are conferred in three categories: Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan, and Padma Shri. These awards celebrate excellence across various fields, including art, social work, public affairs, science, engineering, trade, medicine, and literature.