This year, twelve persons from Maharashtra have been selected to receive Padma awards, which are given in recognition of extraordinary efforts. The Ministry of Home Affairs revealed the distinguished awards on the eve of the 75th Republic Day celebrations.

Notable Marathi director Rajdutt, acclaimed music director Pyarelal Sharma, and former Union minister and governor of Uttar Pradesh Ram Naik are among the prominent recipients of the Padma Bhushan Award. A wide range of professions, including sports, medicine, literature, education, trade, industry, and social service, are among the recipients of the Padma Shri award.