Mumbai, February 2024:
Lokmat Media Group Pvt. Ltd. proudly hosted the 10th edition of the Lokmat Maharashtrian of the Year Awards (LMOTY), last evening; a high-powered event that celebrated the outstanding efforts of individuals who are the pioneers of Maharashtra’s progress and visionaries of its future. Against the stunning backdrop of the Gateway of India, the prestigious ceremony brought together luminaries from diverse spheres, including political stalwarts, business magnates, Bollywood icons, and social trailblazers.
This year, veteran actor Jeetendra along with Hon. CM Eknath Shinde awarded the beloved actor Ranbir Kapoor, the Best Indian Actor Award. Adding to the felicitation, the Lokmat Maharashtrian of the Year for the Best Business Person Award was fittingly presented to the successful businesswoman Ms. Isha Ambani. Shri. Girish Mahajan was also felicitated with the award of the ‘Most Powerful Politician’.
The event was graced by the esteemed presence of Hon. Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, Dep. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, Mukesh Ambani, Ms.Isha Ambani, Actor Ranbir Kapoor, Ajay Piramal and Anand Piramal, Jaisingh Chavhan, Praful Patel (Member of Parliament, Rajya Sabha), and Bhushan Gagrani. All had lent a distinct aura of significance to the occasion overall.
This honorable event was co-powered by Poonawalla Fincorp along with Associate Partners – BKT, Maharashtra Tourism, Mahasanskruti, MIDC, Tourism Partner- Uttarakhand Government, Banking Partner – Union Bank of India, Insurance Partner – LIC, Radio Partner – Radio City, Snacks Partner- G2 Snacks, Jewellery Partner- Jagannath Gangaram Pednekar Jewellers, Gifting Partners – House of Makeup and Power Max, Outdoor Partner- Bright Outdoor, and Energy Partner- Indian Oil.
The selection process for LMOTY’24 was also overseen by a distinguished panel of Super Jury members, including Sudhir Mungantiwar (Maharashtra State Minister for Forests, Cultural Affairs, Fisheries), Dhananjay Munde (Maharashtra State Minister for Agriculture), Deven Bharti (Spl. Commissioner, Mumbai Police), Padma Shri Sonu Nigam (Indian’s National Awards Winning Vocalist), Ramesh S. Damani (Chairman, Avenue Supermarts Ltd. (Dmart)), Namita Thapar (Executive Director, Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd. and Shark at Shark Tank India), Mahesh Kale (India’s National Award-Winning Vocalist), Padma Bhushan Dr. Vijay Bhatkar (Chancellor Of Nalanda University), Padma Shri Dr. Amit Maydeo (Chairman, Institute Of Gastrosciences, Sir H. N. Reliance Foundation Hospital), Padma Shri Popatrao Pawar (Active President, Model Village Programme, Hiware Bazar), Rajiv Poddar (Jt. Managing Director, Balkrishna Industries Ltd.), Dr. Vijay Darda (Chairman, Lokmat Media Group), and Rishi Darda (Jt. Managing Director & Editorial Director, Lokmat Media Group).
Reflecting on the significance of the Lokmat Maharashtrian of the Year Awards, Rishi Darda, Joint Managing & Editorial Director of Lokmat, expressed, ‘Lokmat Maharashtrian Of The Year serves as a forum to celebrate and honor remarkable individuals for their extraordinary contributions over the years. The esteemed panel of judges, meticulously assessing the nominations, is what truly elevates the prestige of this award. These awards stand as a testament to the remarkable influence individuals have had in shaping Maharashtra on both national and global stages.’
The 10th edition of Lokmat Maharashtrian Of The Year honored and awarded exemplary individuals across various categories, such as sports, cinema, science, technology, business, arts, infrastructure, society, politics, and administration, recognizing their outstanding contributions to the state and beyond. From transformative leaders in politics and industry titans to cultural icons and societal change-makers, the awards underscored the diverse tapestry of talent and innovation within Maharashtra.