Dr Bindeshwar Pathak was conferred upon Padma Vibhushan (Posthumous), India’s second highest civilian award by the Honorable President of India, Droupadi Murmu, on April 22, 2024.

On April 22, 2024, the Hon’ble President of India, Droupadi Murmu conferred Padma Vibhushan in the field of Social Work upon Dr Bindeshwar Pathak posthumously. In her message on Twitter, the honorable President wrote, “Dr Pathak advocated for behavior change by encouraging millions to adopt hygienic and safe sanitation practices.” Dr Bindeshwar Pathak, the founder…

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Dr Bindeshwar Pathak Posthumously Awarded – Champions of Change Bihar

Patna, March 17, 2025: Dr Bindeshwar Pathak was posthumously awarded the ‘Champions of Change Bihar’ at a prestigious ceremony held at Gyan Bhawan, Patna. The award was presented to Dr Pathak in recognition of his outstanding contributions to social welfare and sanitation. Shri Kumar Dilip, President of Sulabh International, received the award on behalf of…

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Defence Minister Hon’ble Shri Rajnath Singh Unveils the Statue of Dr Bindeshwar Pathak in Lucknow

Lucknow, April 20, 2025 — In a heartfelt tribute to the legacy of Dr Bindeshwar Pathak, founder of Sulabh International, Union Defence Minister Hon’ble Shri Rajnath Singh unveiled his statue and inaugurated a road named in his honor in the Aliganj area of Lucknow. The ceremony celebrated Dr Pathak’s monumental contributions to sanitation, social reform,…

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Cleanliness and Awareness Drive in Visakhapatnam

As part of Sulabh International’s nationwide Shikhar Se Sagar Tak (From Peaks to Shores) initiative, a two-day Cleanliness and Awareness Drive was successfully organized at RK Beach, Visakhapatnam, in collaboration with the Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation (GVMC). The programme brought together citizens, volunteers, veterans, students, and community groups in a shared commitment to environmental responsibility.…

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Celebrating Women’s Leadership and Livelihoods – International Women’s Day 2026

Sulabh International Social Service Organisation marked International Women’s Day 2026 with a day of reflection, dialogue, and celebration through a special conference titled “Give to Gain: Women & Livelihood: Building Equitable Futures,” held on 8 March 2026 at Bhim Auditorium, Dr Ambedkar International Centre, New Delhi. Bringing together policymakers, social leaders, entrepreneurs, academics, journalists, and…

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