Online nominations for the Padma Awards 2024, the country’s prestigious civilian honors, opened on May 1, 2023, and will remain open until September 15, 2023. Nominations can be submitted through the Rashtriya Puraskar Portal (https://awards.gov.in). Padma awards, including Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan, and Padma Shri, recognise distinguished achievements in various fields like art, literature, sports, science, and more. Citizens are encouraged to nominate individuals, including themselves, especially those from diverse backgrounds and those contributing selflessly to society. Nominations should include detailed information, a maximum 800-word citation highlighting the nominee’s exceptional accomplishments, and adhere to specified guidelines available on the Rashtriya Puraskar Portal and the Ministry of Home Affairs website (https://mha.gov.in) under ‘Awards and Medals’. Additional details and rules can be found on the Padma Awards Portal (https://padmaawards.gov.in/AboutAwards.aspx).