Hers is a rags-to-riches story for the ages, peppered with risks, determination and strokes of luck.
Kalpana Saroj and Milind Kamble, who will get the Padma Shri this year, are epitomes of a new resurgence in the Dalit community, writes Aditi Phadnis
A large number of the civilian awards went to persons from the 'art' category.
On the occasion, a panel discussion will be organised on 'Combating inequalities for the achievement of SDGs'.
The UN celebrated the birth anniversary of B R Ambedkar with a top official describing the noted Indian social reformer as a "global icon" for marginalised people.
Discovery Channel will soon telecast an inspiring program on people who have overcome physical handicaps.
Born in poverty and subjected to inhuman abuse, Kalpana Saroj overcame all hurdles to emerge a success story.
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