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-| description=Diwakar Gulab Pendam is a social worker and ex army person based in Usegav, known for his contributions to social justice and tribal welfare.
+| description=Diwakar Gulab Pendam is a social worker and ex army person known for tribal welfare, human rights activism, and national & international recognition.
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 | occupation    = Social Worker, Ex Army Person
 | born          = 28 May 1968, Usegav
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-| knownfor      = Social Justice, Tribal Welfare
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-Diwakar Gulab Pendam is a social worker and ex army person based in Usegav. Diwakar Gulab Pendam has been recognized for his dedication to social justice and tribal welfare.
+Diwakar Gulab Pendam is a social worker and ex army person based in Usegav. He is widely recognized for his dedication to social justice, tribal welfare, and grassroots development across Maharashtra.
 ==Early Life==
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 ==Education==
-Diwakar Gulab Pendam completed his education up to 12th grade and holds the title of Doctor Professor in Social Justice. He has also received the National Ambedkar Award and the Desh Ratan Adiwasi Sevak National International Award.
+He completed his education up to 12th grade and holds honorary recognition as Doctor Professor in Social Justice. He is also a recipient of:
+* National Ambedkar Award
+* Desh Ratan Adivasi Sevak National International Award
 ==Career==
-Diwakar Gulab Pendam served in the army before dedicating himself to social work. His career focuses on social justice and supporting tribal communities.
+Diwakar Gulab Pendam served in the Indian Army for 17 years. After retirement, he devoted his life fully to social service.
+For more than 23 years, he has worked in over 300 tribal villages in Chandrapur and Gadchiroli districts, especially in Naxal-affected areas.
+His work includes:
+* Human rights protection
+* De-addiction campaigns
+* Women empowerment
+* Education and awareness
+* Employment generation
+* Tribal development
+==Career Highlights==
+* Led a historic 4.5-month protest movement
+* Achieved:
+  - Steel industry approval in Surjagad
+  - University establishment
+  - Railway & irrigation projects
+  - Development in 216 villages
+* Conducted 120-day hunger strike for workers' rights
+* Restored basic facilities in 300+ villages:
+  - Roads
+  - Electricity
+  - Drinking water
+  - Education
+  - Healthcare
+* Organized Mahabhoj for lakhs of devotees for 19+ years
+* Donates pension (~₹50,000/month) for social service
+==Detailed Social Work==
+He has actively worked on:
+* Protection of tribal rights (land, forest, water)
+* Awareness against superstitions
+* Youth guidance and education support
+* Establishment of libraries and coaching centers
+* Prevention of migration through employment
+* Development of new social workers
 ==Achievements==
-Diwakar Gulab Pendam has been honored with the National Ambedkar Award and the Desh Ratan Adiwasi Sevak National International Award for his contributions to society.
+Diwakar Gulab Pendam has received numerous awards:
+* National Ambedkar Award
+* Desh Ratna Award (2025)
+* Pride of Nation Award
+* International Icon Award
+* CEO Leadership Impact Award
+* Social Service Shiromani Award
+* Bharat Ratna Iconic Award (2025)
+* Great Indian Parliamentary Award (2026)
+* Bharat Gaurav Samman
+* Global Leadership Award
+* Glory of India Award
+==World Records==
+* Forbes Book of World Records
+* London Book of World Records
+* UN Book of World Records
+==Honorary Titles==
+* National Ambassador for Social Justice
+* Doctor of Literature (D.Litt.) – USA
+* Honorary Doctorate (Magic & Art University, Haryana)
+==Leadership Roles==
+* Chairman – Tribal Autonomous Council
+* National Secretary – Akhil Bharatiya Gondwana Gond Mahasabha
+==Media Coverage==
+* Featured in Washington Post (Social Movement Coverage)
+* Featured in London Herald (Jan 2026 Special Article)
+==Padma Shri Nomination==
+Diwakar Gulab Pendam has been nominated for the Padma Shri Award 2026.
+Recommendations were submitted from 15 states and supported by:
+* Social organizations
+* Tribal groups
+* National leaders
+==Letter to the President==
+A formal request was submitted to the President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu, recommending him for Padma Shri Award.
+The letter highlights:
+* 17 years Army service
+* 23+ years social service
+* Work in 300+ villages
+* National & international awards
+* Strong recommendation for recognition
+Submitted by:
+Dr. Anil Kumar Shah
+Assistant Professor
+S.S. University, Uttar Pradesh
+==Recognition & Impact==
+His work has led to:
+* Development in tribal areas
+* Increased employment
+* Access to basic facilities
+* Social transformation in backward regions
+His work is recognized by:
+* Government officials
+* IAS officers
+* MPs
+* International delegates
+==Events & Public Activities==
+* Organizer of Maha Shivratri Mahabhoj (1 lakh+ people)
+* Ambassador Award Event – Radisson Blu, Greater Noida (29 March 2026)
+==Philosophy==
+“Constitution is not just a book for us, it is the foundation of life.”
+==Slogans==
+* Jai Johar
+* Jai Constitution
+* Jai Bhim
+* Jai Hind
+* Jai Bharat
+* Jai Maharashtra
+* Jai Seva
 ==Personal Life==
-Contact details for Diwakar Gulab Pendam include phone number 91 9422839235 and email diwakarpendam97@gmail.com.
+Contact details:
+* Phone: +91 9422839235
+* Email: diwakarpendam97@gmail.com
+He is a disciplined ex-serviceman who donates his pension for social service and nation-building.
+==External Links==
+* https://youtu.be/RoHPz9VpGZI
+* https://youtu.be/cUIrIMIH9Og