The Prime Minister, Dr. Manmohan Singh presented Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed Memorial Award 2008 and 2009 and unveiled the plaque of Jica Assisted Water Supply Project for Guwahati City in Guwahati today.
Shri. M.J.Akbar and Smt. Hema Bharali, are the awardees for the years 2008 and 2009 respectively.
The Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed Memorial Award for National Integration is given to people who have contributed significantly to the causes of social harmony and national integration. It is also a small token of our gratitude to one of the great sons of Assam and India. Shri Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed’s contribution to the Indian freedom struggle was invaluable. A firm believer in the ideals of Mahatma Gandhi and Jawaharlal Nehru, he left an indelible imprint on the political landscape of our great nation. Shri Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed’s long and distinguished career in public life, which culminated in his occupying the august position of President of India is a shining example of commitment to ethical values and selfless service to the people. Indeed, his contribution to the building of our society and country continues inspiring all of us.
Shri M.J. Akbar is a distinguished editor and a prolific author. He occupies a special place in Indian journalism. His deep understanding of contemporary events, coupled with an incisive analytical ability have educated and informed our people on several vexed issues that our country faces. Known for his commitment to personal honesty and professional integrity, Shri Akbar has set a benchmark in the field of journalism for others to emulate. Indeed, his work has contributed handsomely to fostering social harmony and national integration. I applaud Shri Akbar’s achievements and wish him even more success in the future.
Smt. Hema Bharali’s life is a shining example of selfless service to the downtrodden. An eminent freedom fighter, steeped in Gandhian philosophy, she has been closely associated with the Bhoodan movement. Over the past several decades, she has constantly engaged herself in promoting education and activities for social uplift of the under privileged sections of our society, thus contributing to the cause of social harmony. She has also worked tirelessly for the welfare and empowerment of women and contribution to peace and non-violence. She is a worthy winner of the Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed award and I wish that in the future she will be even more successful in improving the status of the underprivileged people and giving hope to them.
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