India, Aug. 13 -- The Government of India has issued a release:

Dr. Padma Gurmet, Director, National Institute of Sowa-Rigpa, Leh, has been conferred the UT Ladakh State Award for the year 2025 in recognition of his contribution to the preservation, promotion and development of the Sowa-Rigpa system of medicine in Ladakh.

The award was conferred by the Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Vinai Kumar Saxena, during the UT State Awards ceremony, where 36 distinguished individuals were honoured for the years 2022-2025 for their exceptional contributions and exemplary service in various fields.

Addressing the ceremony, the Lieutenant Governor highlighted that the awards are intended to recognise individuals whose dedication, excellence and servic...