Archive · 27 Jan 2026
J-K Honors 56 on Republic Day 2026
On Republic Day 2026, the Jammu and Kashmir government honored 56 people and groups for their hard work and bravery.
Arhan Bagati, who is 26, is the youngest person to receive an award.
He helps people with disabilities and works in movies.
Adil Hussain Shah was honored for saving tourists during a scary attack, even though he lost his life.
There are also awards for people who write books, play sports, and do other important things.
Some people got money and certificates for their bravery and hard work.
56 individuals and institutions honored by the Jammu and Kashmir government on Republic Day 2026.
Arhan Bagati, 26, is the youngest awardee, recognized for social reforms and Paralympic contributions.
Adil Hussain Shah posthumously awarded for bravery during the Pahalgam terror attack in April 2025.
Awards given in categories like meritorious public service, literature, sports, performing arts, and industrial entrepreneurship.
Auqib Nabi Dar, a rising cricketer, honored after being bought by Delhi Capitals for ₹8.4 crore in IPL 2026 auction.
- Who
- 56 individuals and institutions
- What
- Honored by the Jammu and Kashmir government for contributions in various fields
- When
- Republic Day 2026
- Where
- Jammu and Kashmir, India
- Why
- For significant contributions in social reforms, bravery, public service, literature, sports, performing arts, and industrial entrepreneurship
- Total Awardees
- 56
- Youngest Awardee
- Arhan Bagati (26)
- Posthumous Awardees
- Adil Hussain Shah, Mohammad Shafi Pandit, Fayaz Dilbar
- Highest Sports Award
- Auqib Nabi Dar (₹8.4 crore IPL 2026 auction)
- Bravery Award Cash Prize
- ₹1 lakh
- Police Sub-Inspector Nikhil Kumar's Cash Reward
- ₹51,000
- Arhan Bagati's Paralympic Role
- Deputy Chef de Mission for Tokyo 2020
- Film Involvement
- Ground Zero (2025)
