Amrit Ratna 2024: Celebrating India’s Global Achievements and Excellence

News18 India is proud to announce the third edition of its flagship event, Amrit Ratna 2024, set to take place on December 2. This prestigious event celebrates individuals who have made significant contributions to India’s global recognition, inspiring pride among Indians and setting benchmarks across diverse fields.

The eminent jury for Amrit Ratna 2024 includes:

• Shri Amitabh Kant: G20 Sherpa & Former CEO of NITI Aayog
• Justice Ranjan Gogoi: Former Chief Justice of India & Member of Parliament, Rajya Sabha
• Smt. P.T. Usha: IOA President & Member of Parliament, Rajya Sabha
• Dr. Randeep Guleria: Renowned Pulmonologist & Former Director of AIIMS
• Lt. Gen. K.J.S. Dhillon (Retd.): Highly decorated military leader (PVSM, UYSM, YSM, VSM)

This year's awardees include:

• L Subramaniam: Grammy-winning violinist
• Dhanush: Acclaimed actor
• Harbhajan Singh: Former Indian cricketer
• Singers Gurdas Maan, Udit Narayan, and Kavita Krishnamurthy
• Classical dancer Sonal Man Singh
• Actor and educationist Swaroop Sampat
• Environmentalist Jadav Payeng, known as the "Forest Man of India"
• Sufi singer duo Puranchand Wadali and Lakhwinder Wadali

The event will be attended by prominent personalities, including:

• Shivraj Singh Chouhan: Union Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development
• Giriraj Singh: Union Minister of Textiles
• Gajendra Singh Shekhawat: Union Minister of Culture and Tourism
• Mansukh Mandaviya: Union Minister of Sports, Youth Affairs, and Labour
• Chirag Paswan: Union Minister of Food Processing Industries
• Atishi: Chief Minister of Delhi
• Jayant Chaudhary: Union Minister of State for Skill Development and Education
• Ravneet Singh Bittu: Union Minister of State for Food Processing Industries and Railways
• Smriti Irani: Former Union Minister
• P.T. Usha: Legendary athlete and Member of Parliament, Rajya Sabha

The Amrit Ratna Awards have become a symbol of excellence and recognition, celebrating talent, dedication, and success. Stay tuned to News18 India for live coverage and updates throughout the day on December 2.