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Gandhian Radha Behn, 92, conferred Padma Shri at her ashram in Bageshwar

1 2 Nainital: In a rare and deeply emotional ceremony, 92-year-old Gandhian and social reformer Radha Behn Bhatt was conferred the Padma Shri at Lakshmi Ashram in Kausani village, Bageshwar—her lifelong workplace and spiritual home. Although the national Padma Awards ceremony took place in New Delhi on May 27, Radha Behn was unable to attend due to her frail health. A lifelong follower of Gandhian values, Radha Behn has spent over eight decades working for social reform, women's empowerment, and education in Uttarakhand. Her contribution to the Sarvodaya movement and unwavering commitment to grassroots activism earned her national recognition from the govt. Almora district magistrate (DM) Alok Kumar Pandey conferred the award in a solemn ceremony held on Thursday evening at the Shanti Bhavan hall in the ashram. The event was attended by local dignitaries, fellow activists, ashram members, and residents of the surrounding community. "It is a matter of immense pride for Uttarakhand. Radha Behn's contribution to society is priceless. Her life is an inspiration for generations to come," the DM said. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Münster: Nur 700 Plätze. Werden Sie Testhörer für die neuen Hörgeräte ohne Zuzahlung. GEERS Undo Ashram director Neema Vaishnav called it a moment of shared honour. "Receiving the Padma Shri is a moment of collective pride for the entire Ashram family. Radha Behn has been the voice of Uttarakhand's people—be it women's rights, environmental causes, anti-addiction campaigns, or opposition to harmful mining practices," she said. Radha Behn, who also received the prestigious Jamnalal Bajaj Award for social service in 1991, was moved by the gesture. "This award belongs to the people. The real recognition comes from the affection and support of society. As long as I live, I will remain committed to social work and standing up for what is right," she said.