New Delhi: President Droupadi Murmu has approved the conferment of Jeevan Raksha Padak Series of Awards-2023 to 32 individuals for their acts of courage and selflessness. Among them, three will be honoured with the Sarvottam Jeevan Raksha Padak, seven with the Uttam Jeevan Raksha Padak, and 21 with the Jeevan Raksha Padak.
The Jeevan Raksha Padak series of awards are bestowed upon individuals who have demonstrated exceptional acts of human courage in saving the lives of others. These awards categorised as Sarvottam Jeevan Raksha Padak, Uttam Jeevan Raksha Padak, and Jeevan Raksha Padak, are open to individuals from all walks of life. The recognition may also be awarded posthumously, acknowledging the ultimate sacrifice made in the pursuit of saving another’s life.
The decoration of the award comprises a medal, a certificate personally signed by the Union home minister, and a lump sum monetary allowance.
