Lal Advani Memorial Award
In memory of the late Shri Lal Advani, founder of the Blind Relief Association, Delhi — a trailblazer in disability rights who was himself visually impaired. For academic excellence, punctuality and active participation.
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Memorial awards
Since our first convocation on 13 January 2013 — when 35 students with intellectual and developmental disabilities received IGNOU certificates at the India International Centre — Manovikas has celebrated its graduates every year. These awards honour students, teachers, parents and staff, and the people whose memory they keep alive.
Every year we have a Convocation.
Students get their certificates.
We give awards to students, teachers and parents.
Many awards are named after special people we remember.
Dr Reeta Peshawaria Memorial Award
In memory of Dr Reeta Peshawaria Menon, pioneering psychologist and mentor of Manovikas’s founder. For students of the Manovikas Institute for Higher Education who show academic commitment, resilience and humanitarian values.
Shobhanand & Deonarayan Memorial Award
Sponsored by the late Vaidya Pandit Kailash Mishra in honour of his father Shri Shobhanand Mishra and father-in-law Shri Deo Narayan Jha, social reformers of Purnea. For excellence in vocational skills and readiness for independent work.
Indira Mathur Memorial Award
In memory of Mrs Indira Mathur, a steadfast supporter in Manovikas’s formative years; sponsored by the late Shri O. N. Mathur, Emeritus Governing Member. For independent living skills, kindness and cooperation.
“Deenbandhu” Award
Sponsored by Dr Ashish Kumar “Raman” in memory of Vaidya Pandit Kailash Mishra “Deenbandhu”. For special-education trainees who excel in teaching, academics and empathy.
Aaryaman Award
Sponsored by Capt. Arjun Rana and Mrs Anju Rana in memory of their son Aaryaman, a passionate learner and technology enthusiast, and supported through the Aaryaman Center for Excellence (ACE Computer Lab).
Natraj Award
Sponsored by Mrs Indira Alok, Principal and Kathak Visharad. For exceptional talent and creative expression in the arts.
Valentine Award
Presented on the wedding anniversary of Alok and Indira, founders of Manovikas, for warmth, empathy and kindness.
Gyan Jyoti Memorial Award
Sponsored by Shri V. D. Sareen in memory of his wife, Smt. Pushpa Sareen. For a teacher who creates an inspiring learning environment.
Very Special Parents Award
Honouring the love, patience and resilience of parents who walk with their children through every challenge.
Excellence in Administration Award
Established by Manovikas Charitable Society for outstanding dedication and efficiency in administration.
Dr A. T. Thressia Kutty Appreciation Award
Given at Manovikas seminars for the best paper or poster, this award honours Dr A. T. Thressia Kutty — veteran of vocational training for persons with intellectual disabilities and 2018 Reeta Peshawaria Oration awardee — and her lifelong commitment to excellence in disability research.
