New Delhi:
Priyanka Bhaskar of Sikar, Rajasthan, was recognised with the prestigious “Padam Ratan Samman” and conferred with an Honorary Doctorate for her significant contribution to Forensic Scientific Support at a formal felicitation ceremony organised in the national capital. The recognition acknowledged her professional dedication towards strengthening scientific support systems that assist investigative and legal processes.

The ceremony witnessed the presence of distinguished dignitaries and guests from diverse backgrounds. The honours were bestowed in the presence of R. D. Meena (Retd. IAS); Dr. Anurag Saxena, President of the Journalist Council of India; Ishmeet Kaur, Mrs India World Celebrity Stylist; Means Malhotra, hotelier, influencer and blogger; Anu Shamihoke, entrepreneur, pageant winner and fashion event curator; Dr. Mahesh Gaur, International Mental Coach Trainer; and Dr. Pankaj Khatwani, Operations Head (India) of the King’s Book of World Records.

For the Honorary Doctorate segment, the ceremony was facilitated in the presence of Abdulkarim Abbas Gora, Umar Mohammed Usman, and Mr. Craig (Karachi), members of the AASI. The organisers clarified that the Honorary Doctorate is a non-academic honorary recognition conferred by WEBBIC University and must not be treated as an educational qualification.

The organisers further stated that the Padam Ratan Samman is a private honour presented by the King’s Book of World Records to acknowledge individuals who have made meaningful contributions in their respective domains. It was clarified that the award has no direct or indirect association with the Padma Awards conferred by the Government of India.

Guests at the ceremony appreciated Priyanka Bhaskar’s role in strengthening forensic scientific support mechanisms and promoting professionalism in the field. The event concluded on a note of appreciation for individuals contributing to science-backed justice and public service.