New Delhi:
Dr. Latesh Parmar from Godhra, Gujarat, was conferred with the prestigious Padam Ratan Samman in recognition of his visionary efforts toward rural women employment and livelihood empowerment. The honour was presented at a felicitation ceremony held in New Delhi, celebrating individuals who have created measurable social impact through sustained community-driven initiatives.

The award was presented by R. D. Meena (Retd. IAS) in the presence of eminent guests and professionals from diverse fields. The ceremony was graced by 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 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.

The organisers stated that the Padam Ratan Samman is a private recognition initiative presented to individuals who have demonstrated innovation, consistency, and positive outcomes in their respective fields. Dr. Parmar’s work in skill development, self-employment models, and capacity-building programmes for rural women in Gujarat was acknowledged as a sustainable pathway toward economic independence.

The ceremony concluded with felicitation, media interactions, and a collective message encouraging continued efforts toward inclusive rural development.