True Greatness Lies In Serving Society & Nation: Ex-CJI Gavai Former Chief Justice of India Bhushan Gavai emphasized on Sunday that true greatness is defined by selfless service to society and the nation, not personal achievements. Speaking at a ceremony organized by Nagpur University to honor Padma Shri awardees from Vidarbha, Gavai drew inspiration from Dr. B.R. Ambedkar’s distinction between being "eminent" and "great." He highlighted that while individuals may attain distinction through personal success, those who dedicate their lives to societal welfare embody true greatness. Gavai praised the awardees for translating this philosophy into action, serving as role models for future generations. The event, held at Dr. Vasantrao Deshpande Hall in Civil Lines, was presided over by Vice-Chancellor Manali Kshirsagar. Attendees included university officials, academics, and notable figures such as pro VC Akhilesh Peshwe, Felicitation Committee Chairman Manmohan Vajpayee, and deans. Gavai urged students to embrace the spirit of giving back to society, urging them to channel their energies into nation-building. He cited the transformative journey of Gadchiroli, a district once plagued by Maoist insurgency, which has now experienced rapid development under the leadership of Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis. Among the awardees honored were Padma Shri Shankarbaba Papalkar, who has spent decades rehabilitating abandoned and differently abled children in Amravati’s Wazzar village; Dr. Chandrashekhar Meshram, Namdevrao Kamble, and Dr. Dhananjay Sagdeo, whose work with tribal communities in Kerala has spanned over four decades. Other recipients included Dr. Parshuram Khune, a pioneer of the Zhadipatti theatre movement; Dr.#devendra_fadnavis #nagpur_university #dr_br_ambedkar #bhushan_gavai #padma_shri_shankarbaba_papalkar
