List of Ekushey Padak award recipients in 2020s.
It was awarded to 20 people and 1 organisation. [1]
It was awarded to 21 persons. [2]
In 2022, 24 people of the country were awarded "Ekushey Padak 2022" for their special contribution in various fields. [3] [4]
2 organizations and 19 individuals. [5]
21 individuals. [8]
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