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Farmer-Activist Shrirang Lad Honoured with Padma Shri for Sustainable Agriculture

Farmer-activist Shrirang Devaba Lad has been selected for the Padma Shri award for his pioneering work in sustainable agriculture and livestock conservation. The Government of India has announced a total of 131 Padma awards for the year 2026 across three categories. The list of awardees includes prominent figures from various fields such as playback singer Alka Yagnik and actor Mammootty. The awards aim to recognise distinguished service and excellence in disciplines ranging from art and science to sports and civil service.

Key Points: Padma Shri for Farmer Shrirang Lad, 2026 Awards Announced

  • Shrirang Lad honoured for sustainable agriculture
  • 131 Padma awards announced for 2026
  • 19 awardees are women, 16 posthumous
  • Awards span arts, science, sports, public service
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Shrirang Devaba Lad to be conferred Padma Shri Award by the Government of India

Shrirang Devaba Lad receives Padma Shri for boosting farm yields. Govt announces 131 Padma awards including for Alka Yagnik, Mammootty.

"Increasing the farmers' yield with this technique is a source of joy for me... - Shrirang Devaba Lad"

Latur, January 25

Farmer-activist Shrirang Devaba Lad, widely recognised for his pioneering contributions to sustainable agriculture and livestock conservation has been chosen to be honoured with the Padma Shri award this year.

Lad said it brings him joy to see his research successfully boosting yields for farmers.

"Through this medium, my research has increased the yield for farmers. Now, through you, my research will reach the farmers, and they will use this technique to increase their cotton yield; they will have their own cotton technique, and their yield will increase. Increasing the farmers' yield with this technique is a source of joy for me..." Lad told ANI.

The Government has announced 131 Padma awards for the year 2026. The awards comprise five Padma Vibhushan, 13 Padma Bhushan and 113 Padma Shri. Among the awardees, 19 are women and 16 honours are being conferred posthumously.

In a statement, the Ministry of Home Affairs said that the awards are conferred in three categories: Padma Vibhushan (for exceptional and distinguished service), Padma Bhushan (for distinguished service of a high order), and Padma Shri (for distinguished service in any field).

The awards recognise excellence across various disciplines, including art, social work, public affairs, science and engineering, trade and industry, medicine, literature and education, sports, and civil service.

Several prominent individuals have been honoured with Padma awards this year. The Padma Vibhushan will be conferred upon V. S. Achuthanandhan and Dharmendra Singh Deol. Additionally, the Padma Bhushan will be awarded to legendary playback singer Alka Yagnik, veteran politician Shibu Soren, and renowned actor Mammootty.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Wonderful news! It's so refreshing to see a farmer-activist being honoured. We often celebrate film stars, but the people who ensure our food security are the true stars. Hope his cotton technique reaches every farmer in the country. Jai Kisan!
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Aditya G
A well-deserved award. However, I hope the government also ensures that his research and techniques get proper funding and institutional support for widespread implementation. Awards are good, but on-ground impact is what truly matters for our farmers.
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Sarah B
As someone who follows agricultural innovations, this is fantastic. Sustainable practices are crucial for the future. Congratulations to Mr. Lad! The Padma awards list this year seems quite diverse, which is great to see.
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Meera T
Bahut khushi ki baat hai! My uncle is a farmer in Maharashtra. If techniques like these can reduce cost and increase yield, it will change lives. The real award will be when every farmer in Latur and beyond benefits from his work. 🙏
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Vikram M
Great to see Dharmendra and Mammootty getting Padma Bhushan too! But Shrirang Lad's award hits different. This is for service to the nation in the truest sense. Wishing him all the best. Hope his story inspires many more young Indians to work in agriculture research.

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