Godfrey Phillips to award Jammu and Kashmir brave hearts

“The Godfrey Phillips Bravery Awards were instituted in 1990,to honour exceptional bravery exhibited by citizens. Twenty years on,the movement continues to inspire people of all ages,beliefs and origins and celebrate the spirit of bravery”,he said.

“To commemorate 20 years of the award,we are increasing our footprint to cover 20 states. Four states that are being added are Jharkhand,Jammu Kashmir,Tamil Nadu and Kerala”.

Physical Bravery acknowledges those persons who at great personal risk save lives or by their actions,prevent extensive damage to property. Awardees are presented medals with cash awards of Rs 50,000.

Acts of Social Courage acknowledges the role of persons,who adopt a strong stance against social evils such as dowry,child marriage,illiteracy and environmental concerns in a sustained manner.

Awardees are presented medals with cash awards of Rs 50,000 while mind of steel Award recognises people,who despite limitations,physical or otherwise,perform far beyond the ordinary and push the limits of performance to new levels.

It also recognises persons who stand by their personal convictions in a social situation against all odds.

The awardees are presented a medal with cash award of Rs 50,000. Amodini Award,newly instituted,honours exceptional women and organisations,who have made significant contributions towards the empowerment of economically and socially backward Indian women,and have done extensive work towards making them financially independent.

The Amodini Award is a special recognition and carries a cash award of Rs one lakh.