NSA Ajit Doval receives Lokmanya Tilak National Award 2026

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National Security Advisor Ajit Doval was conferred the Lokmanya Tilak National Award 2026 in Pune, Maharashtra, in recognition of his contribution to strengthening India’s national security. The award was presented by Union Home Minister Amit Shah on the 106th death anniversary of Lokmanya Bal Gangadhar Tilak. Ajit Doval is India’s longest-serving National Security Advisor (NSA).

About the Lokmanya Tilak National Award

• The Lokmanya Tilak National Award was instituted in 1983 by the Lokmanya Tilak Smarak Trust, Pune.
• It is presented annually to individuals for their outstanding and extraordinary contribution to the nation.
• The award commemorates the legacy of Lokmanya Bal Gangadhar Tilak, one of India’s foremost freedom fighters, social reformers and nationalist leaders.
• The award is presented every year on 1 August, the death anniversary of Lokmanya Tilak.
• Notable Previous Recipients: Veteran socialist S M Joshi was the first recipient of the honour. Former President Pranab Mukherjee, Prime Ministers Narendra Modi, Atal Bihari Vajpayee and Manmohan Singh are among the distinguished recipients. Union minister Nitin Gadkari received the award last year.

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