Chandigarh: With the objective of encouraging and honouring women who have made outstanding contributions in various fields, the Haryana Women and Child Development Department has invited online applications for the State-Level Awards for the year 2026-27. Eligible applicants can apply online through the website http://onlinemis.wcdhry.gov.in/gaurav by November 5, 2026.
A government spokesperson informed that several prestigious awards would be conferred under different categories. These include the Sushma Swaraj Award, carrying a cash prize of Rs. 5 lakh, a citation and a shawl; the Indira Gandhi Mahila Shakti Award, carrying Rs. 1.50 lakh and a citation; the Kalpana Chawla Shaurya Award, carrying Rs. 1 lakh and a citation; and the Bahan Shanno Devi Panchayati Raj Award, carrying Rs. 1 lakh and a citation.
The general public has been urged to spread awareness about the scheme among eligible women who have made notable contributions in various fields, as well as eligible individuals in the relevant categories, and encourage them to apply within the stipulated deadline.