Glimpses of 39th Edition Sir M Visvesvaraya Memorial Lifetime Achievement Award-2026 Ceremony

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The 39th edition awards ceremony, presented by the state's prestigious Business Magazine "Icons of Indian Business Magazine," was held with great significance and grandeur. As usual, the program "Sir M Visvesvaraya Memorial Lifetime Achievement Award-2026" was held on Thursday, 30-04-2026. It was special that the award was presented to the achievers in a packed meeting at KASSIA Auditorium in Vijayanagar, Bengaluru.

Many achievers from faraway towns had come to receive the award. This time, two achievers had come from the state of Kerala to receive the award. The program started at 7 pm.

Famous singer Vinay entertained everyone by singing old film songs with his melodious voice. The senior presenter, Mrs Divya Alur, enhanced the program's charm. She presented the introduction of the chief guests and the awardees very neatly.

The crowded meeting was greeted with applause as the chief guest arrived. Dr Venugopal, Former Vice Chancellor, Bangalore University and Former Principal, VTU Engineering college, Bangalore, who has studied Sir M Visveswaraya extensively, explained Visveswaraya's life story in a very clear manner in his elegant speech. He called for the simplicity, sharp intellect, concern for work, discipline and punctuality of Sir M Visvesvaraya to be implemented in our lives. His 25-minute-long speech left everyone speechless.

   Dr Rajeev Gowda, a former Rajya Sabha MP, said that awards are important milestones in our lives. They help everyone to walk responsibly and wish them to adopt the lifestyle of Sir M Visvesvaraya and reach higher positions.

 Another chief guest, Dr Anjanappa, spoke and said that if we want to achieve, we need to have a goal in life, and we should not get discouraged, no matter what difficulties we face, and we should reach our goal. He also spoke about the importance of health and self-confidence.

 Professor. Narasimha Nakshatri, in his speech, shared his experiences in the field of cooperation in detail. He explained about his association with the White Revolution Man of India, Dr Verghese Kurian and wished all the awardees.

 Shri Danappa, President of Peenya Industries Association, spoke about how small-scale industries play an important role in the country's economy.

 The highlight of the program was the speech of Mrs Ambika Mani, Software Entrepreneur, JDS Party Leader, who participated as the female chief guest. She expressed her appreciation for the award-winning program organised by Icons of Indian Business Magazine and wished our IIB team well, and promised to help organise a big program in the future.

 Shri Dr Nataraj Shetty, a senior doctor at the state's prestigious cardiology institute, Jayadeva Institute of Cardiology, Bangalore, studied hard in Anganavadi and completed his education at a government school in Huliyur Durga and is today a renowned cardiologist. In his speech, he spoke about the importance of education and how hard work is in life.

An ordinary boy from a village, who is now a renowned cardiologist in the country, shared information about fellowships from various countries and said that all this is possible with hard work. He expressed concern about the increasing number of heart-related diseases among young people in recent times. He convinced everyone that if they want peace in life, they should pay more attention to their health.

The following is the information of all the chief guests and awardees who participated in the Sir M Visveswaraya Memorial Lifetime Achievement Award-2026 program.

Dr Venugopal  K R, Former Vice - Chancellor, Bangalore University, Former Principal, VTU Engineering College, Bangalore

Shri. M V Rajeev Gowda,  Former MP, Rajyasabha, National Spokesperson, Indian National Congress, Bangalore.

Dr Anjanappa, Renowned Gastroenterologist, Director, Rajya Vokkaliga Sangha, Bangalore

Prof. Narasimha Nakshathri,   Mentor - Agro & Food Processing Experts Committee, Bangalore Chamber of Industry and Commerce (BCIC ), Bangalore.

Mr Danappa D. P President,  Peenya Industries Association, Bangalore.

Mrs Ambika Mani, JDS Leader, Software Entrepreneur, Political Youth Icon, Bangalore

Dr Nataraj Shetty, Senior Doctor, Jayadeva Institute of Cardiology, Bangalore

Dr N.B. Jayaparakash (JP), PhD. in Social Entrepreneurship. Actor-Director (Theatre, TV & Film), Social Entrepreneur - Parihaar Foundation.

Mr T M. Somaraju, Managing Director, DMC India Pvt Ltd, Managing Partner, Arogyamruth.com, Actor & Producer, Bangalore.

Shri. Mahesh Sukhadare, Renowned Film Director & Producer, Bangalore.

1. Dr Lokanath Babu Naidu J,  Founder of GJ Group & JL Infrastructures, Bangalore, for Best Builders & Construction Company

2. Mrs Madhu N, an entrepreneur, social worker, Banaswadi, Bangalore, for Best Social Entrepreneur

3 Ms Anitha V Kotak, Life Advisor, Kolar, for Best Life Insurance Advisor

4 Mr Uday K Shetty, MA, MCJ,   Proprietor, Tulunadu Properties, Udupi, for the best Real Estate Company

5 Mr Saad Anees,   Founder: Taj Group Of Hotels, since 1935, Shivajinagar, Bangalore, for the Best No 1 Biryani Hotel In Bangalore

6 Dr B Shankar Janapadha, Singer, Lyricist & Social Services, M. Kongahalli, For Best Singer, Lyricist & Social Services

7 Bharathshree Dr Suresh Kumar Prabakaran (Exporter&Importer) Managing  Director, SIGN WORLD, Trivandrum, Kerala,   For Best No. 1 Signage Makers

8 Dr N.B. Jayaprakash (JP),   PhD. In Social Entrepreneurship, Actor-Director(Theatre, TV &Film),   Social Entrepreneur- Parihaar Foundation, for Best Social Entrepreneur

9 Bhavya N, Managing Director, Alpin Aerospace Private Limited, Bangalore Wings of Inspiration Award

10 Dr K. Sivasankara Menon,   Executive Director, Vastu Vidya Pratistanam, Calicut @ SIVASAKTHY, Vaniyamkulam, Palakkad- Dist,   For Best Civil Engineer and Vastu Vidya Consultant & Prediction

11 Kum.Nihara.Ankitha K Bharatanatyam Dancer, 6th Grade, Dev International School, Sahakara Nagar, Bangalore,   For Best Bharatanatyam Dancing

12 Iqbal Ahamed,   Founder & Director, AIM Square Corporation, Tumkur, for INNOVATIVE Home Appliances, Power Tools & Agricultural Equipments

13 Mr Ranjith Gowda,   BE, Managing Director, Sri Balaji Constructions, Yalanka, Bangalore, for Best Civil Engineer & Construction company

14 Mr Madhusudhana C Nischitha Properties Private Limited, Bangalore, for Best Property Developers

15 Mr Ajith Kumar,   Founder, AK Financial Service, Bangalore,   For Best Home Loan & Banking Services Providers

16 Mr Bruno V, CEO, Benren Office Systems, Bengaluru, For Best Furniture & Office Systems Manufacturing

17 Sri. Dharma Reddy K Lakkannanvar,   Proprietor, Srinivasa General Engineering Works, Arekurahatti, Navalagunda Taluk, for Best Agricultural Equipment Innovation

18 Prof. Narasimha Nakshathri,   Mentor-Agro & Food Processing Experts Committee, Bangalore Chamber of Industry and Commerce (BCIC), Bangalore, for Best Services IN Co-Operative & Food Processing Industry

19 Mr S V R. Moorthy,   BA, CAIIBI, Ex.SENIOR Manager, IOB Committee Member, Karnataka Tamil Journalist Association, Bangalore,   For Best Banking Professional

20 Mr Mahiram Bahdu,   Proprietor, Urban LPG Copper Gas Pipelines, Bangalore, for the Best LPG Copper Gas Pipelines Installation

21 Mrs Ambika Mani, Software Entrepreneur, JDS Party Leader, For Excellence in Software Entrepreneur and Political Youth Icon.

22 Mr Basavaraj S Anadoor,   CEO, Sri Samrudhi Engineers 7 Cost Consultants, Bangalore, for Best Construction Project Management Solutions

23 Mr RameshKumar Vithal Hosur,   Social Worker, Belagavi,   For Best Social Services

24 Dr Balakrishna S Maddodi School of Civil and Chemical Engineering, Manipal Institute of Technology,   MAHE, Manipal, India,   For Best Environment Education and Sustainable Development Social Services

25 Dr Ranjeethu Kumar,   Cyber Security Engineer, Bangalore,   For Excellence in Cybersecurity, Social Impact, Youth Empowerment & Community development

26 Mr TM Somaraju,   Managing Director, DMC India Pvt LTD, Managing Partner, Arogyamruth.com, Actor & Producer, Bangalore, for Best Social Entrepreneur

27 Mr Rajesh A, B.E. Civil, M.Tech Structures, Chartered Engineer, MIEI, Project Management Professional, PMP, Vice-President, Projects INNOTECH Engineering Consult Pvt ltd, Bangalore,   For Excellence In Structural Engineering Consultant

28 Mokshith Gowda K 4th Std Sri Adichunchanagiri English School, Karehalli, Bhadravathi, For Best Student (2ND Rank)

29 Mr Muruganandha G,   Proprietor, GSM Engineering Works, Bangalore,   For Best Welding & Fabrication Company

30 H Bheem Rao Waster Kodihal,   Astrologer, Singer, Lyricist and Director, Bagalkot District, for Best Astrologer

31 Sri Neelakantappa, Accupresure Therapist, Rajajinagar, Bangalore, for the best Accupresure Therapy

32 Dr Sunil Kumar Jain, LARBONS ASTR, Vastu and Numerology Consultant, Bangalore, For Excellence in Vastu and Numerology

33 Mr Manjunath Char B R,  Proprietor,  Sri Manjunatha Enterprises, Devanahalli Town,   For Best Real Estate Agency

34 Dr Sharathi Kumaar,  Founder of GMS Aviation Training Institute, Bangalore. IIB Sir M Visvesvaraya Memorial Award-2026 For Excellence in Aviation Institution.