Sagar Samman Award- Sagar Samman Varuna Award
Ministry of Ports,Shipping and Waterways
This scheme aims to recognize outstanding maritime contributions by providing top national recognition to distinguished maritime professionals.
What you get
- Statue of Lord Varuna
- Citation Certificate
- National-level recognition and prestige
Who can apply
- The applicant should be an Indian citizen, Person of Indian Origin (PIO), or Overseas Citizen of India (OCI).
- The applicant should have at least 5 years of outstanding contributions.
- The applicant should have contributed significantly in at least 2 major maritime areas.
- The applicant should demonstrate leadership, innovation, and institutional impact.
- The applicant should have impeccable integrity and reputation.
- The applicant should be nominated by at least 2 entities or peers; self-nomination requires 2 recommendations.
- The applicant should not have any reputational or ethical issues.
- Government serving officers are not eligible.
Who cannot apply
How to apply
Online
Step 01: Visit the National Awards Portal: https://www.awards.gov.in Step 02: Register/Login using the official credentials of the recommending authority Step 03: Fill in the nomination form with complete details Step 04: Upload required documents, including citation and verification certificate
Details
The "Sagar Samman Award- Sagar Samman Varuna Award" scheme has been launched by the Ministry of Ports,Shipping and Waterways under the Directorate General of Shipping, Government of India aims to recognize exceptionally outstanding and lifelong contributions in the Indian maritime sector. Under this scheme, the highest level of national recognition in the maritime domain is provided to distinguished individuals or entities demonstrating leadership and excellence.