Bhim Singh Bhavesh

Bhim Singh Bhavesh
Bhavesh (left) receiving the Padma Shri in 2025
Born	Bhojpur, Bihar, India
Occupations	Journalist social reformer
Known for	Advocacy for the Musahar community
Awards	Padma Shri 2025

Bhim Singh Bhavesh is an Indian journalist from the Bhojpur district of Bihar in eastern India, whose work has focused on advocacy for the Musahar community. ^[1] He has been involved in several community-based initiatives to promote education, public health, and social equity. ^[2] In 2025, he received the Padma Shri, India’s fourth-highest civilian honour, for his work in social service. ^[3]

Career

Bhavesh began his career as a journalist, reporting on public issues in Bihar. He later expanded into activism, particularly among the Musahar community in Bhojpur. His activities have included education drives for children, vocational training for youth, and awareness campaigns on health and sanitation. ^{[4] [5]}

News reports credit his initiatives with contributing to literacy rates among Musahar children and enhanced access to government welfare programs in remote villages. His work involved collaboration with local administrative bodies and civil society organizations. ^{[6] [7]}

National recognition

In January 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi mentioned Bhavesh’s work on the radio program Mann Ki Baat, describing him as an example of individual-led initiatives in marginalized communities. ^{[8] [9]}

Bhavesh was also invited as a state dignitary to attend the 2025 Republic Day parade in New Delhi. ^{[10] [11]}

Reception

Bhavesh’s initiatives have been cited by some civil society organizations and government bodies in discussions of community-based development. ^[12] Media coverage of his Padma Shri recognition has included commentary on the challenges faced by the Musahar community, and on policies related to inclusive development. ^{[13] [14] [15] [16]}

See also

• Padma Shri
• Musahar

References

1. "Padma Shri for Bhim Singh Bhavesh and Nirmala Devi". Live Hindustan. Retrieved 10 June 2025.
2. "Seven selected for Padma Awards in Bihar". The Times of India. Retrieved 10 June 2025.
3. "Padma Awards 2025: Centre announces list of awardees on Republic Day". ABP Live. 25 January 2025. Retrieved 10 June 2025.
4. "A ray of hope for Musahars in Bhojpur". Jagran. Retrieved 10 June 2025.
5. "Who is Bhim Singh Bhavesh? Social worker from Bhojpur awarded Padma Shri". Aaj Tak. Retrieved 10 June 2025.
6. "Dr. Bhavesh's work among Musahars gains national spotlight". Amar Ujala. Retrieved 10 June 2025.
7. "Dr. Bhim Singh Bhavesh to receive Padma Shri for grassroots activism". Dainik Bhaskar. 26 May 2025. Retrieved 10 June 2025.
8. "PM Modi highlights story of Bhim Singh Bhavesh from Bhojpur". News18 Hindi. 25 February 2024. Retrieved 10 June 2025.
9. "PM Modi praises efforts of Arrah-based social worker". Navbharat Times. Retrieved 10 June 2025.
10. "Dr. Bhavesh invited to Republic Day ceremony". ABP Live. 21 January 2025. Retrieved 10 June 2025.
11. "Bhim Singh Bhavesh to represent Bihar on Republic Day". ETV Bharat. 23 January 2025. Retrieved 10 June 2025.
12. "Padma Awards 2025: See full list of recipients". NBT. Retrieved 10 June 2025.
13. "Social change agent Bhavesh honored with Padma Shri". News24 Hindi. Retrieved 10 June 2025.
14. "Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar congratulates Padma Shri awardee Dr. Bhim Singh Bhavesh". Khabre Apki. 29 May 2025. Retrieved 10 June 2025.
15. "Padma Awards 2025 announced". Press Information Bureau. Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India. 25 January 2025. Retrieved 7 June 2025.
16. "Padma Awards 2025 – Notifications" (PDF). Padma Awards (Official). Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India. 28 April 2025. Retrieved 8 June 2025.