On the eve of Republic Day 2026, Maharashtra secured 15 Padma Awards, including 1 Padma Vibhushan, 3 Padma Bhushan, and 11 Padma Shri. Bollywood legend Dharmendra was posthumously honored with the Padma Vibhushan. Alka Yagnik, Piyush Pandey (posthumous), and Uday Kotak received the Padma Bhushan. The Padma Shri list includes cricketer Rohit Sharma, actor R. Madhavan, and several experts from agriculture, medicine, and social work, showcasing the state's diverse talent and leadership in culture and industry. https://navbharatlive.com/maharashtra/mumbai/padma-awards-2026-maharashtra-list-dharmendra-padma-vibhushan-rohit-sharma-1753642.html #creator program