Retired Soldier and 1971 war veteran turned Painter from Meerut - specialising in depicting episodes of valour during the war

Grassroots Scientist from Satara working on sustainability and rural development - built NARI over 3 decades of nurturing

Divyang Social Worker from Malappuram working with divyangjan and women - overcoming numerous personal tragedies and illnesses

Distinguished Biologis specializing in vector-borne tropical diseases - like Dengue, Malaria, Kala-azar and Chikungunya

Renowned Rai Folk Dancer from Sagar - known for popularising Bundeli Folk

Veteran Punjabi Media leader and educationist - Chairman of Chardikala group

Textile business leader and flag bearer of Make in India - running Rupa Co, one of India's largest clothing manufacturer and exporter

Young kashmiri martial arts coach from Bandipore, who has nurtured global medal winners - inspiring the youth of terrorism-hit rural districts of Kashmir

Internationally renowned Clarinet player - credited with adapting the Clarinet to Carnatic music

Tribal Kinnera player and folk singer from Nagarkurnool - last one to have mastered the 12 steps on the instrument