NEW DELHI: The Padma Award ceremonies scheduled to be held on March 26 and April 3 have been postponed in view of the coronavirus outbreak, officials said on Saturday.
The Padma Awards, one of the highest civilian honours of the country, are conferred in three categories — Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan and Padma Shri.
The Padma Award ceremonies scheduled for March 26 and April 3 stand postponed, a Home Ministry official said.
The Padma Awards were announced on the eve of Republic Day. (AGENCIES)
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