The Indian Ministry of Home Affairs announced that Deepak Puri, chairman and managing director of Moser Baer India Limited, has been awarded the Padma Shri, the country’s highest civilian award.

Padma Awards (Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan and Padma Shri) are given for exceptional and distinguished service in any field. The recommendations for Padma Awards are received from the State Governments/Union Territory Administrations, Central Ministries/Departments, Institutions of Excellence, etc. which are considered by an Awards Committee. On the basis of the recommendations of the Awards Committee, and after approval of the Home Minister, Prime Minister and President, the Padma Awards are announced on the eve of India’s Republic Day.

The award will be conferred by the President of India in March or April.

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