India, Nov. 1 -- Celebrated film actor Prakash Raj, former High Court judge P. B. Bhajantri, retired IAS officer H. Siddaiah, and Air Marshal (retd) Philip Rajkumar are among the 70 eminent personalities selected for this year's Karnataka Rajyotsava Awards, the state's second-highest civilian honour.

Others on the list include socialist leader Konandur Lingappa, actor-director Vijayalakshmi Singh, civic worker Fakiri, and veteran journalist M. Siddaraju, among several others recognised for their contributions across fields including arts, public service, literature, social work, and sports.

Each awardee will receive a 25-gram gold medal and a cash prize of Rs.5 lakh. The awards will be presented on November 1, coinciding with the 70th K...