PANAJI
Governor P S Sreedharan Pillai on Friday felicitated Padma Shri awardees - His holiness Sadguru Brahmeshanand Acharya Swami, Shree Kshetra Tapobhoomi, and Brahmanand Shankhwalkar, former Indian footballer and captain of the Indian team, at a function held at the Darbar Hall, Raj Bhavan. Governor of Himachal Pradesh Rajendra Arlekar was also present at the occasion, stated a press release.
Brahmanand Shankhwalkar has been conferred with the Padma Shri, the fourth-highest civilian honour in the country, for his distinguished services in the field of sports, and Sadguru Brahmeshanand Acharya Swami has been awarded the Padma Shri for his immense contribution in the field of spirituality across the world.
Speaking at the occasion, the Governor complimented both the awardees saying this is one of God's gifts to Goa.
The Governor acknowledged spiritual institutions for their contributions to our country and the world. He said spirituality is our greatest contribution to India, the release adds.
The Governor also said that the contribution of Brahmanand Shankhwalkar in the field of sports is immense, and this is evident from the fact that he has been conferred with the Padma Shri.
Governor of Himachal Pradesh Rajendra Arlekar complimented both the Padma Shri awardees for their achievements on behalf of the State of Goa.
