Taj Association for Art, Culture and heritage (TAACH) and Women International Network (WIN) are pleased to announce the recipients of the 2009 EXCELLENCE AWARDS. The Nav Kiran Achievement Award, Kiran Lifetime Achievement Award and the Kiran Achievement Award, founded in 2008 will be conferred this year also, as an acknowledgement and encouragement to women who have relentlessly given selfless service to the less privileged and made a difference to countless lives and also to women who have achieved outstanding professional excellence in their respective fields across the globe. “It is our humble endeavor to encourage these outstanding ladies, by way of recognizing their efforts and achievements” said Mr. Rakesh Thapar President of TAACH. 25th of Nov also happens to be the day for “Elimination of Violence against Women”. The candidates were selected by an eminent jury based on their background, accomplishments, contribution to society, community services and media impact. “Throughout mankind’s history, women have suffered a lot of discrimination, struggles and conflicts. But regardless of all the sufferings, they have succeeded in establishing permanent social changes. We take this opportunity to honor all such brave women.” said Dr. Kamal Rustomjee, Gen. Secy. TAACH. The Awards will be presented to these distinguished ladies by Kumari Shelja (Hon. Union Minister of Tourism) and our Guest Of Honor Shrimati Sheila Dixit, Smt. Shovana Narayan and Prof Kiran Walia in the August presence of several dignitaries at a prestigious function to be held on the 25th of Nov’ 2009, at India Islamic Cultural Centre, Lodhi Rd. New Delhi. The recipients of the 2009 Excellence Awards are annexed herewith for your kind perusal. On Behalf of TAACH and WIN Rakesh Thapar