New Delhi, Dec. 22 -- First edition of Chaudhary Charan Singh Awards were presented in a grand ceremony in New Delhi, celebrating the enduring legacy of Bharat Ratna Chaudhary Charan Singh, the fifth Prime Minister of India. Instituted by the Kisan Trust, the awards recognize individuals who have made significant contributions to rural development, agriculture, and social welfare-sectors that were close to Chaudhary Charan Singh's heart.

The event last evening was graced by two Union Ministers: Shri Dharmendra Pradhan, Honourable Education Minister, Government of India, and Shri Jayant Chaudhary, Honourable Minister (I/C) of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship.

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