Bengaluru, Jan. 25 -- The Padma Awards 2026 have recognised distinguished contributions across education, media, science and public service, with eminent personalities from Karnataka figuring prominently among the Padma Shri awardees, reflecting the breadth of excellence shaping contemporary India.
Dr. Prabhakar Kore of Karnataka, who has provided long-standing leadership to the Karnataka Lingayat Education Society, has been named for the Padma Shri for his pioneering role in building world class institutions in healthcare and medical research.
Under his stewardship, the society has emerged as a major force in expanding access to quality education and advanced medical facilities, particularly in North Karnataka.
Shashi Shekhar Vempati, w...