Pawar Ambika Honoured with Visionary Educator of the Year Award at Pragathi Ratna Awards 2026
Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], November 12: Pawar Ambika, associated with Lotus Smart School, has been honoured with the ‘Visionary Educator of the Year Award’ at the inaugural Pragathi Ratna Awards 2026 – Telugu Excellence Honours, recognising her association with the education sector and the importance of educational leadership in shaping future generations.
A Contribution to the Education Sector
Education plays an important role in individual development, knowledge building and social progress. Educational institutions contribute to creating learning opportunities for students while supporting their academic and personal development.
Lotus Smart School is associated with Pawar Ambika’s professional profile in the education sector. The recognition highlights the importance of educators and educational institutions in supporting learning, encouraging knowledge development and contributing to society.
Recognising Educational Leadership
The education sector continues to evolve with changing learning requirements and growing expectations from students and parents. Educational leadership plays an important role in supporting institutional development, maintaining educational standards and creating an environment that encourages learning.
The Visionary Educator of the Year Award recognises Pawar Ambika under the stated category, acknowledging her association with Lotus Smart School and her presence in the education sector. The recognition forms part of the Pragathi Ratna Awards’ broader initiative to celebrate educators, professionals and organisations contributing to different fields.
Recognition at Pragathi Ratna Awards 2026
The recognition was conferred at the inaugural Pragathi Ratna Awards 2026, held on October 25, 2026, at PBR Convention Hall, Bandlaguda, Hyderabad. Presented by Unik Life Groups under the leadership of its Founder, Venu Kalyan, the awards ceremony brought together entrepreneurs, business leaders, professionals, educators, innovators, digital creators, entertainers and social contributors from Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka and other regions.
The event was hosted by Venu Kalyan, a Business Growth Strategist, Business Coach and Motivational Speaker, who conceptualised the Pragathi Ratna Awards as a platform to recognise individuals and organisations contributing to business growth, professional excellence and social development.
Through Unik Life Groups, Venu Kalyan has been involved in empowering entrepreneurs and business owners through business coaching, leadership development, marketing, sales and structured business growth initiatives. The awards platform reflects his vision of bringing recognition to entrepreneurs, professionals and organisations contributing to economic development and progress across Telugu-speaking regions.
Acclaimed Indian actress Shriya Saran graced the inaugural ceremony as the Chief Guest and Celebrity Guest. She personally presented awards to the recipients on stage in the presence of entrepreneurs, industry representatives, business owners, professionals and distinguished guests.
Held under the theme ‘Celebrating Telugu Progress’, the inaugural edition of the Pragathi Ratna Awards 2026 recognised 81 achievers across multiple sectors, including real estate, construction and interiors, education and training, healthcare, wellness and beauty, retail, fashion, manufacturing, industry and agriculture, financial services, food and hospitality, technology, media, entertainment, social impact and women leadership.
The Pragathi Ratna Awards were organised with the objective of recognising individuals and enterprises whose dedication, innovation, leadership and professional contributions support economic and social progress. The platform brought together achievers from different industries and provided an opportunity to celebrate their work and accomplishments.
The awards ceremony also formed part of a broader initiative by Unik Life Groups to encourage entrepreneurial development, business education, mentorship and professional growth. Under the leadership of Venu Kalyan, the organisation aims to create opportunities for entrepreneurs and professionals to gain recognition for their contributions.
Pawar Ambika’s recognition with the Visionary Educator of the Year Award marks an acknowledgement of her association with Lotus Smart School and her professional presence in the education sector. Her recognition at the inaugural Pragathi Ratna Awards 2026 forms part of the event’s wider celebration of educational contributions, leadership and professional excellence across the Telugu-speaking community.
