Namaste Awards 2026 Presented at Nse Celebrating Excellence and Cultural Heritage of Northeast India
MILITARY signal, reported in IN, from sentinelassam.com, with positive sentiment. Locations: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India.
What Happened
The NAMASTE Awards 2026 were held on November 14, 2026, at the National Stock Exchange of India (NSE) headquarters in Mumbai. Organised by the Amazing Namaste Foundation with SARC as partner and NSE as venue partner, the event celebrated outstanding contributions from Northeast India and showcased the region's cultural heritage. Shri Jishnu Dev Varma, Governor of Maharashtra, served as chief guest, while Shri Mangal Prabhat Lodha, Minister of Skill, Employment, Entrepreneurship and Innovation, attended as guest of honour. The ceremony honoured five awardees: Dr. Jogesh Deuri (Assam) for Lifetime Achievement; Paul L. Khuma (Mizoram) for Public Service and Governance; Dimum Pertin (Arunachal Pradesh) for Entrepreneurship and Start-ups; Kikruma Village Council (Nagaland) for Sustainability and Environment; and Yumnam Bhumeshwor Singh (Manipur) for Preservation of Culture. A key feature was 'Loom of Origins,' a fashion showcase featuring 25 models presenting traditional Northeast Indian textiles.
Why it matters
The event provides a platform for Northeast Indian cultural and economic leaders to gain recognition on a national stage. It highlights regional contributions to India's cultural diversity and economic development, with specific focus on entrepreneurship, environmental sustainability, and cultural preservation. The awards aim to strengthen Northeast India's integration into national initiatives while promoting regional heritage through high-profile platforms. The Amazing Namaste Foundation continues to organise annual events to celebrate and elevate Northeast India's achievements.
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