Senior journalist and social activist Keshav Pandey was awarded the Dakhal Pride Samman-2022 at a function held at Kukkut Bhawan in Aradhana Nagar, Bhopal on Tuesday. The award was presented to Pandey by Narottam Mishra, Minister for Home Affairs, Law and Legislative Affairs, Prisons, and Parliamentary Affairs in Government of Madhya Pradesh. Minister for Co-operatives and Public Service Management, Government of Madhya Pradesh, Aravind Singh Badouria presided over the function.
The award was given to Keshav Pandey for his outstanding contributions in the fields of journalism, health, sports and culture. Pandey is currently the president of Udbhav Sports and Cultural Association, a non-governmental organization working in the fields of health, culture and sports.
Speaking on the occasion, Minister Mishra said that he was immensely pleased to present this prestigious award. He also congratulated Pandey for his exemplary commitment and dedication to work.
The minister added that Pandey has produced amazing results in the field of journalism, health and sports and culture.
Earlier Anurag Upadhyaya, Chief Editor of Dhakal News welcomed the gathering. The vote of thanks was given by Shafali Gupta, Editor of Dakhal News.