π What Are the Prime Minister’s Awards?
The Prime Minister’s Awards for Excellence in Public Administration stand as India’s most prestigious recognition for outstanding work in governance and public service.
These awards honor the dedication and innovation of civil servants who are actively transforming India through their commitment to excellence.
β¨ In 2025, these celebrated awards continue their mission to spotlight extraordinary contributions that make a real difference in citizens’ lives across the nation. β¨
π Prime Minister’s Awards 2025: Key Information
| π Launch Date: | October 1, 2025 |
| ποΈ Organized By: | Department of Administrative Reforms & Public Grievances (DARPG) |
| β° Nomination Deadline: | November 15, 2025 |
| π» Platform: | Online portal via video conferencing ceremony |
π― Core Objectives
- β Foster healthy competition among government departments
- β Encourage innovative solutions to public challenges
- β Promote replication of successful initiatives
- β Institutionalize best practices nationwide
π‘ A Transformative Vision Since 2014
Under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visionary leadership, these awards have undergone a complete makeover.
The program has evolved from simply counting achievements to focusing on what truly matters:
β¨ Quality over Quantity
Emphasizing meaningful outcomes that create lasting impact
β¨ Good Governance
Prioritizing citizen-centric administration
β¨ Last-mile Delivery
Ensuring benefits reach every corner of India
π« This shift represents a fundamental change in how India recognizes and rewards excellence in public service. π«
π Three Categories of Awards for 2025
The Prime Minister’s Awards 2025 recognize excellence across three distinct categories:
π Previous Year’s Winners (2024)
| Category | Winner | State/UT | Achievement |
|---|---|---|---|
| Holistic Development of Districts | District Collector, Visakhapatnam | Andhra Pradesh | Comprehensive implementation of welfare schemes with 95% saturation |
| Holistic Development of Districts | District Magistrate, Ganjam | Odisha | Outstanding disaster management and community resilience programs |
| Aspirational Blocks Programme | Block Development Officer, Kamla Nehru Nagar | Uttar Pradesh | Remarkable improvement in health and education indicators |
| Aspirational Blocks Programme | Block Development Officer, Nuh | Haryana | Exceptional transformation in agriculture and rural infrastructure |
| Innovation – District Level | District Collector, Surat | Gujarat | AI-based waste management system benefiting 6 million citizens |
| Innovation – State Level | Department of Rural Development | Tamil Nadu | Statewide digital livelihood platform connecting 2 lakh artisans |
| Innovation – Central Level | Ministry of Health & Family Welfare | Central Government | Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission covering 30 crore citizens |
π Note: These examples showcase the exceptional work recognized in 2024. The 2025 awards will continue this tradition of honoring outstanding public service excellence.
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