Current Context : The Vice-President of India, Shri Jagdeep Dhankhar, recently conferred the Chaudhary Charan Singh Awards 2024, recognizing exceptional contributions in agriculture, rural development, and journalism.

• The awardees are:
• Kalam Ratna Award: Presented to Ms. Neerja Chowdhury for her dedication to insightful journalism.
• Sewa Ratna Award: Conferred upon Rajendra Singh, known as the “Waterman of India,” for his pioneering efforts in water conservation.
• Krishak Utthan Award: Awarded to Dr. Firoz Hossain for advancing agricultural research and innovation.
• Kisan Award: Bestowed upon Mr. Pritam Singh for his contributions to agricultural excellence.

These awards, instituted by the Kisan Trust—founded by former Prime Minister Chaudhary Charan Singh—aim to honor individuals who have made remarkable contributions to agriculture, rural development, and journalism.