In a proud moment for Hubballi, three eminent personalities from the city were felicitated with the Global Awards for Excellence by the Global Book of Excellence (GBE), England. The grand ceremony was hosted on Saturday evening at The Fern Kadamba Hotel, Goa.
Among the honorees were Mr. Shridhar Davaskar, Chairman of Shree & Shree Gold Palace; Dr. Vivek Pati, a celebrated orthopedic and joint replacement specialist; and Mr. Dawood Shaikh, the visionary Founder & CEO of the digital media platform Hubballi Times. They were part of a global ensemble of awardees recognized for their remarkable achievements in diverse sectors.
Dr. Manish Kumar, President of the UK-based Global Book of Excellence, presented the awards. The GBE is renowned for acknowledging individuals and organizations making impactful societal contributions worldwide.
Veteran actress Himani Shivpuri was also honored during the event, receiving the Lifetime Achievement Award for her outstanding legacy in Indian cinema and the performing arts.
The GBE Awards spotlight trailblazers advancing key global values such as peace, equality, healthcare, sustainability, ancient wisdom, and modern innovation. Winners are selected following an intensive review by a distinguished international jury panel.
The glamorous evening witnessed the presence of several prominent personalities from the entertainment industry, including Dr. Karan Mehta, Dr. Sachin Parikh, Mr. Sushil Parashar, Mohammed Hanif, and Aslam Abdulla Salim, making it a memorable celebration of excellence and inspiration.
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