Presentation of the Padma Shri Award to Mother Teresa by the President of India.
On August 11, 1962, Mother Teresa was awarded the Padma Shri by the Indian government, which recognized her first major national honour for humanitarian service. This award highlighted her tireless dedication to the marginalized and further solidified her place as one of the leading charitable figures in India. The Padma Shri, one of the highest civilian honours, was significant in acknowledging her contributions at a national level.