Gandhian L C Jain's family declines Padma Vibhushan

New Delhi: The family of noted Gandhian L C Jain has declined to accept the Padma Vibhushan, the country's second highest civilian honour for which he was chosen posthumously.

Jain, known as a fierce opponent of "overwhelming" state control, was selected for the coveted award this year posthumously.

President confers Padma awards

Sources said Jain's family members and several NGOs said the late Gandhian was against accepting state honours.

Jain, a recipient of the Magsaysay Award, breathed his last on November 14 last year at the age of 85.

President Pratibha Patil gave away 61 Padma awards at a function at Rashtrapati Bhawan this evening.

Another investiture ceremony is scheduled to be held on April 1 to honour the remaining 66 awardees. This year the President has approved 128 awards.

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