Department of Information and Public Relations

Press Release No. 842/17

BHAGWAN MAHAVEER FOUNDATION AWARD

This is for information of the general public that Bhagwan Mahaveer Foundation has instituted four awards, each carrying a sum of Rs. 10 lakhs (Rupees Ten Lakhs), a citation and a memento in the field of Non-Violence and Vegetarianism, Education, Medicine and Community & Social Service. The aim of the Foundation is to identify, nurture, encourage and honour individuals and institutions who are engaged in providing selfless service to the society and also encourage others to follow suit. Detailed information may be downloaded from the District website: http://eastkhasihills.gov.in. This was informed by the Deputy Commissioner, East Khasi Hills District, Shillong.