Awards & Recognitions
Nethrodaya as an organization and its founder, Mr C Govindakrishnan has been through a remarkable, momentous journey in the last three decades. Their achievements have earned accolades at state, national and international levels, establishing the model, it is today as a valuable resource for like-minded institutions.
International Level
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Lincoln Global Leadership Award, an international recognition for dedicated service towards the empowerment of persons with disabilities on 24th October 2024.
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Honorary Doctorate in Social Service by Asia Vedic Cultural University on 30th April 2022 in International Award
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Exceptional Leader of Excellence Award by World Women Economic Forum on 19th August 2018
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Citizen of the Year Award by Australian Consulate General Alumni Association (India) on 06th June 2015
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Ashoka Fellow International Award by Ashoka Innovators for the Public on 15th October 2005.
National Level
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National Award from the Hon’ble President of India for the Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities under the category “Shreshth Divyangjan” on 3rd December 2023
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NCPEDP LTIMINDTREE HELEN KELLER AWARD 2022 - Role Model Supporters of Increased Employment Opportunities for Persons with Disabilities on 10 th Dec 2022
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Ability Award for Eminence by Ability Foundation on 27th February 2021
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“Master of Achievement” by National Integrity Cultural Academy on 15th May 2010.
State Level
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Good Samaritan Award in recognition of compassionate and selfless service to the Visually Challenged by Musi-Care Cultural and Charitable Trust, Chennai on 13th September 2025
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SRIOM JANA SEVA AWARD for Excellence in Social Service and dedication and contribution to welfare of the Society by Sri Om Pravruthi Trust, Avaloor on 02nd October 2025.
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Outstanding Achievers Award from M.S. Dadha Foundation on 09th February 2024.
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Outstanding Achievers Award from M.S. Dadha Foundation on 09th February 2024.
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A Real life Hero. A Good Samaritan Award from Alert Being Award under the Organisation category on 16th March 2023
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Social Icon award by Heroes of Chennai 2018.
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Lifetime Achievement Award by Lions Club of Chennai Phoenix on 02nd July 2017.
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Service Excellence Award by Confederation of Tamil Nadu Malayalee Associations on 01st September 2012.
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Best Institution Award by the Government of Tamil Nadu on 15th August 2012.
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Life Time Achievement Award by Rotary Club of Chennai Midcity on 04th July 2012.
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Best Social Worker Award by the Government of Tamil Nadu on 15th August 2010
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State Award for Eminence by Indian Association for the Blind on 30th January 2010.
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“Vocational Excellence Award” by Rotary Club of Madras Besant Nagar
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"Saveetha's Best Entrepreneur Award 2015" by Saveetha Engineering College
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“Sevai Semmal” award by then Hon’ble Speaker of Tamil Nadu State Assembly Mr. D.Jayakumar in 2011
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“Big FM Chennaiite Award 2011” by Big FM
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Velammal Best Entrepreneurship Award 2011 by Velammal Group of Institutions.
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I Care Award" by Lions Club of Madras Central
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“Vocational Excellence Award” by Rotary Club of Pallava.
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“Cultural Academy and State Human Rights Award” by Vigilance Organization.
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“Best Social worker” from National Integrity Cultural Academy.
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“Best Social Entrepreneur” by Blind Welfare Foundation.
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“Spirit of Courage & Forbearance” (Tamil Nadu Kidney Research Foundation) - Tanker Foundation
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“Best Social Worker Award” from MOP Vaishnav College for Women.
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“Lotus Temple Award” (Delhi) for Best Social Worker.
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“Best Social Worker Award” from Nazareth Group of Institutions.
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“Karunai Karangal Seva Sangam” – The Best Social Worker.
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“Manithaneya Mamani Award” – Maha Kavi Bharathi Welfare Association.
