Cricketer Rohit Sharma receives the Padma Shri, one of India’s highest civilian honours, during the Padma Awards ceremony at Rashtrapati Bhavan. The award is presented to him by President Droupadi Murmu. The announcement is made for the ceremony held on Tuesday, with Sharma being honoured as part of the national Padma Awards list. The Padma Awards are conferred by the Government of India and include civilian decorations for distinguished service in various fields. Rohit Sharma’s recognition is specifically for the Padma Shri category, which is among the country’s higher-ranking civilian awards. After receiving the honour at the ceremonial venue, he becomes one of the recipients acknowledged during the event attended by dignitaries and officials connected with the awards process.