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In 1976, the Jamnalal Bajaj Foundation was established for promoting Gandhian constructive programmes and assisting constructive workers who devoted themselves to the national cause.
The foundation has instituted four annual awards, each carrying a cash prize of Rs. 500,000/- or its equivalent in foreign currency, a citation and a trophy.
The awards are intended to recognise outstanding contribution in -
- Constructive work
- Application of science and technology for rural development
- Upliftment and welfare of women and children and/or Gandhian constructive work by women workers
- Promotion of Gandhian values outside India by individuals other than Indian citizens
On the occasion of the Jamnalal Bajaj Birth Centenary, the foundation conferred on Dr. Nelson Mandela, a Special Award of Rs. 500,000, a citation and a specially sculptured trophy. It was presented on 18 October 1990, at a special function held in Raj Bhavan, Calcutta by the Governor of West Bengal and in the presence of Shri Jyoti Basu, Chief Minister of West Bengal.
The foundation has undertaken several rural development programmes in the Wardha district, Maharashtra, Kheri district and Shikohabad near Ferozabad in Uttar Pradesh. It also extends financial assistance to institutions and individuals engaged in social and welfare programmes. |
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The Trophies |
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Vice-President M. Hidayatulla, Prime Minister Morarji Desai at inauguration |
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Dr. Nelson Mandela at the centenary Awards | |
