Chennai, Jan. 25 -- A total of 14 personalities from Tamil Nadu were chosen by theUnion Government for one of the highest civilian Awards of the country, on Sundayevening.
While three of 13 chosen for Padma Bhushan were from the State, 11 out of 113 werechosen for the Padma Shri.
The awards are given in various disciplines/fields of activities, viz.- art, social work, publicaffairs, science and engineering, trade and industry, medicine, literature and education,sports, civil service, etc.
None was selected for 'Padma Vibhushan' awarded for exceptional and distinguished service;'Padma Bhushan' is for distinguished service of high order and 'Padma Shri' for distinguishedservice in any field.
The awards are announced on the occasion of Rep...