Prayagraj,

21 December (H.S.): In a grand ceremony held at LTG Auditorium, Doordarshan

Bhawan, Mandi House, New Delhi, Dr. Rajeev Verma was honoured with the

“National Icon Award”. This prestigious honour was given to him for his

remarkable contribution to the development of society and nation. Satish

Chandra Dwivedi, former Basic Education Minister, Government of Uttar Pradesh, Vinay

Choudhary, National Co-incharge, Research and Policy, Bharatiya Janata Party

and Pinky Singh, Arjun Awardee, Commonwealth Games, were present as chief

guests in the program. The gold medal winners were present, who presented the

awards and added to the dignity of this honour. Receiving this honour is a

great achievement and a matter of pride. The dignitaries present on the

occasion included Jagdambika Pal, Chairperson, Joint Parliamentary Committee,

MP and former Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, Satish Chand Dwivedi, former

Basic Education Minister, Government of Uttar Pradesh, Vinay Choudhary,

National Co-Incharge, Research and Policy, Bharatiya Janata Party and Pinky

Singh, Arjun Awardee and Commonwealth Games gold medalist, added to the

grandeur of the programme. The award is presented by Bharti Youth Welfare

Association (BYWA), an organization recognized by the Government of

India, working towards achieving the country's sustainable development goals.

The objective of the National Youth Inspiration Award is to inspire the youth

of the country. The award recognizes individuals who have contributed to the

development of society and recognize their inspirational work and services that

contribute to building a peaceful, just, prosperous and sustainable future. The

award is given to 100 people at the national level every year. It is awarded to

individuals who have made outstanding contributions in the fields of social

service, education, human rights, peace, philanthropy, business, sports,

health, entertainment and art and culture.

Hindusthan Samachar / Abhishek Awasthi