The Government of India has conferred the prestigious Padma Shri on Shri Chandrashekar Channapatna Rajannachar from Karnataka in recognition of his exemplary contributions to the field of Medicine.
A respected name in Karnataka’s medical community, Shri Rajannachar has spent decades delivering compassionate and accessible healthcare, particularly in rural and underserved regions. Known for combining medical expertise with a human touch, he has become a beacon of hope for countless patients across the state.
His dedication to public health, preventive medicine, and medical education has earned him admiration from both peers and the public. Apart from his clinical work, Shri Rajannachar has also played a vital role in training young doctors, promoting ethical medical practice, and initiating health awareness campaigns in villages.
In a statement following the announcement, he said, “Medicine is more than a profession — it’s a responsibility. This award is a tribute to every patient who placed their trust in me and to every healthcare worker serving in silence.”
Healthcare professionals, institutions, and citizens across Karnataka have lauded the honour, calling Shri Rajannachar a “true healer” and a “pillar of community medicine.”
The conferment of the Padma Shri on Shri Chandrashekar Channapatna Rajannachar marks a national salute to a life dedicated to healing, service, and uplifting human lives through medicine.
