The Padma Awards 2024 have been announced, honoring 132 individuals for their exceptional contributions in various fields. Among the recipients are 30 women and 8 from the categories of foreign non-resident Indian (NRI), person of Indian origin (PIO), and overseas citizenship of India (OCI). The awards are conferred in three categories: Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan, and Padma Shri.