The state government of Tamil Nadu has proposed to have applications for conferment of the ‘Padma’ awards, the country’s highest honour awards.
Details of the press report:
The central government has been awarding the country’s highest honours of ‘Padma’ awards every year since 1954.
‘Prestigious ‘Padma’ awards are accorded to great achievers in the fields of Arts, literature, education, sports, medical science, social service, science & engineering, public welfare service, trader & industry.
For the awards to be accorded during the year 2016, applications are invited. The application forms must be duly filled with all the details asked for. Necessary proofs & documents should be attached.
The filled applications along with attachments should be sent to the following address:
The Chief Secretary
Department of Public Affairs
Chief secretariat
Chennai – 600009
Eligible applicants will be selected from a panel of judges and recommended to the central government.