Raj Bhavan invites nominations for Governor's awards
The Raj Bhavan has invited nominations for the Governor's awards for 2025. These awards recognise exemplary contributions in two categories -- 'Social Service' and 'Environmental Protection' -- to celebrate individuals and organisations dedicated to enhancing societal well-being and promoting environmental stewardship.
The applications would be scrutinised by a committee comprising of eminent persons. The deadline for submission is August 14. Four winners would be selected under each category and a cash prize of ₹5 lakh would be given for institutional winners (One awardee under each category) and ₹2 lakh would be given for winners under individual category (Three awardees under each category) along with a citation.
Preference would be given to those deserving individuals and organisations, who have done good work but have not yet received any State-level recognition, an official communication from the Raj Bhavan said. 'This would serve to encourage and highlight the efforts of these individuals and organisations, it said. Awardees would be felicitated in person by the Governor on the Republic Day next year.
Applications, in the prescribed format is available at: https://tnrajbhavan.gov.in/ and filled-in applications should be submitted via email to rajbhavantwoawards2025@gmail.com. A hard copy of the application with supporting documents should also be sent to: The Deputy Secretary to Governor and Comptroller, Governor's Household Office, Raj Bhavan, Guindy, Chennai - 600022.
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