Madhya Pradesh Honored With Padma Shri

Four people from Madhya Pradesh, India, received the Padma Shri Award in 2026.

Kailash Chandra Pant is an 89-year-old writer and journalist who has spent his life promoting the Hindi language.

Narayan Vyas, a 76-year-old archaeologist, discovered the Great Wall of India and documented important historical sites.

He continues to work on cave paintings and has contributed to the recognition of UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

Bhagwandas Raikwar, an 83-year-old martial arts trainer, has preserved traditional Bundelkhand martial arts for six decades.

Mohan Nagar, a social activist, has built many water structures and planted thousands of trees to help the environment.

All four are very proud of their achievements and dedicate their awards to their communities and the people they have worked with.