Gorakhpur: Actor and two-time Lok Sabha MP Ravi Kishan was honoured with the ‘Sarvottam Nagrik Samman 2026’ for his outstanding contributions to Indian cinema, arts and public life.The award was presented by Meghashreya Foundation on Sunday at a ceremony in Mumbai, said PRO of the MP, Pawan Dubey. Maharashtra Governor Jishnu Dev Varma, state cultural affairs minister Ashish Shelar, RSS Akhil Bharatiya Sampark Pramukh Ramlal and founder of Meghashreya Foundation Seema Singh were present on the occasion.Ravi Kishan was recognised for his extensive contribution to Indian cinema, his role in bringing regional cinema to the national stage, and his public service during two terms as an MP.Ravi Kishan said the honour would inspire him to continue serving the fields of art, culture and public life with greater dedication and commitment.Several distinguished personalities, including Param Vir Chakra awardee Honorary Captain Yogendra Singh Yadav, Padma Bhushan recipient Prof J B Joshi, Padma Shri awardee Ashok Saraf and veteran filmmaker Subhash Ghai, among others from the fields of science, arts, culture and social service from across the country, were honoured at the event.
