During the ceremony, Jain Muni Prasanna Sagar Ji Maharaj commended Yoga Guru Swami Ramdev and Acharya Balkrishna for their selfless contributions to humanity’s health, societal prosperity, and global harmony. He praised their dedication to Yoga and Ayurveda.

The Jain monk discussed the interconnectedness of nature, culture, and distortion, emphasizing that harmony with nature and culture is essential, while a distorted life reflects spiritual poverty.

In his address, Ramdev, Chancellor of Patanjali University and a globally acclaimed Yoga Guru, expressed that the arrival of Acharya Prasanna Sagar Ji Maharaj represents not just a visit from a Jain monk but a profound philosophical inquiry central to Indian thought, embodying the essence of the Sanatan tradition. He highlighted that Jainism is the purest expression of Sanatan Dharma, advocating for penance, restraint, non-violence, and awareness of the soul. He described true living as transcending the limitations of the physical world.

Ramdev praised Acharya Prasanna Sagar for dedicating his life to nature worship, noting that being a Digambar monk symbolizes a release from all bodily attachments and sensory distractions.

Acharya Balkrishna, Vice-Chancellor of Patanjali University and a distinguished Ayurvedacharya, honored the Acharya with a Sanskrit citation composed of eight verses. This poetic homage resonated deeply with the attendees, filling the auditorium with a spirit of devotion. He remarked that the purity, penance, and spiritual fortitude of Antarmana Prasanna Sagar Ji cannot be adequately expressed in words.

As part of the celebrations, the Jain community presented a citation to Swami Ramdev, who, in turn, bestowed a special citation to Acharya Prasanna Sagar Ji Maharaj, acknowledging his renunciation, penance, and spiritual commitment to humanity.

Prior to the event, Jain Muni explored the Patanjali Research Institute and appreciated its research-focused initiatives, participating in a tree plantation ceremony at the Patanjali Herbal Garden.

The occasion was further graced by other Jain monks, including Muni Piyush Sagar Ji, Apramatt Sagar Ji, Parimal Sagar Ji, Acharya Naigam Sagar Ji, as well as nuns Mata Gyanprabha, Charitraprabha Ji, and Punyaprabha Ji. Key attendees from Patanjali University included Chief Disciplinary Officer Prof. Sadhvi Devpriya, Pro Vice-Chancellor Prof. Mayank Kumar Agrawal, faculty heads, teachers, researchers, and students.

These gallantry awards were presented in recognition of exceptional courage, remarkable bravery, and selflessness in the line of duty.

The acts of valor were exhibited throughout various counter-terrorism and counter-insurgency operations in Jammu and Kashmir and the North-East, resulting in the neutralization and apprehension of dangerous terrorists along with the recovery of arms and ammunition.

Officers from the Indian Navy executed anti-piracy operations, leading to the surrender of pirates and the rescue of hostages, while they also showcased bravery during firefighting efforts on a burning oil tanker.

Indian Air Force personnel demonstrated outstanding courage in life-threatening situations, successfully rescuing aircraft and minimizing the risk to civilian areas.

The gallant performances by CRPF officers took place in various operations in regions impacted by Left-Wing Extremism, where they apprehended Maoist insurgents and confiscated weapons.

Here is the list of awardees:

**Shaurya Chakra:**
– Major (now Lt. Col) Vijay Verma
– Deputy Commandant Vikrant Kumar (CRPF)
– Inspector/GD Jeffrey Hmingchullo (CRPF)
– Wing Commander Vernon Desmond Keane (IAF)
– Squadron Leader Deepak Kumar (IAF)
– Special Police Officer Abdul Latif (J&K Police)
– Subedar Sanjeev Saini Jasrotia (IA)
– Colonel Pawan Singh (IA)
– Naib Subedar (now Subedar) P Pabin Singha
– Major Sahil Randhawa (IA)
– Major (now Lt Col) CVS Nikhil (IA)
– Major Tripatpreet Singh (IA)
– Lieutenant Commander Kapil Yadav (IN)
– Deputy Commandant Lakhveer (CRPF)
– Assistant Commandant Rajesh Panchal (CRPF)
– CT/GD Malkit Singh (CRPF)
– Subedar Mohan Ram (IA)
– Commodore Sharad Sinsunwal (IN)
– Flight Lieutenant Aman Singh (IAF)
– Sergeant Dabhi Sanjay Hiffabhai (IAF)
– Major Kunal (IA)
– Major Ashish Dahiya (IA)
– Havildar Prakash Tamang (IA)
– Major Satender Dhankar (IA)
– Assistant Commandant Eshenthung Kikon (IA)
– Subedar Vikas Tomar (IA)

**Shaurya Chakra (Posthumous):**
– Major Aashish Dhonchak (IA)
– Sepoy Pardeep Singh (IA)
– Havildar Rohit Kumar (IA)
– Pawan Kumar CT/GD (CRPF)
– Devan C CT/GD (CRPF)
– Vijayan Kutty G (BRO)
– Capt. Deepak Singh (IA)

**Kirti Chakra:**
– Major Malla Rama Gopal Naidu (IA)
– Major Manjit (IA)

**Kirti Chakra (Posthumous):**
– Rifleman Ravi Kumar (IA)
– Colonel Manpreet Singh (IA)
– Deputy Superintendent of Police Himayun Muzzammil Bhat (J&K Police)
– Naik Dilwar Khan (IA)