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DARPAN's Extraordinary Achievement Awards 2018 Nominations Are Now Closed

Darpan News Desk Darpan, 17 May, 2018
  • DARPAN's Extraordinary Achievement Awards 2018 Nominations Are Now Closed

Nominations for DARPAN's 9th Extraordinary Achievement Awards are now closed. 

Deadline to submit a nomination was August 31, 2018

 
 
 
 
Taking place September 14, 2018, at Aria Banquet and Convention Centre in Surrey, the Red Carpet rolls out at 6 pm and will welcome more than 900 people comprising of Vancouver’s top social and business elite in the South Asian community.
 
Recognized as the pre-eminent South Asian event-of-the-year, the spectacular Awards gala will honour ten remarkable individuals within the South Asian community who embody the spirit of community and believe in giving back through their own avenues in an effort to build society. Previous winners include:
 
 
 
 
• Dr. Narinder Kapany, known as the “Father of Fibre Optics” for his scientific contributions that led to the creation of the internet, lasers, and medical imaging 
 
• Ajay Bhatt, co-founder of the USB
 
• Harjit Sajjan, Canada’s Minister of National Defence
 
• Pranav Mistry, Global Vice President of Research of Samsung
 
• Ravi Singh, Founder of Khalsa Aid Foundation
 
• Manjit Minhas, co-founder of Minhas Breweries & Distillery
 
 
Awards categories are:
 
 
ARTISTIC VISIONARY - extraordinary achievement as a South Asian in the field of art
 
 
INDUSTRY MARVEL - extraordinary achievements of a South Asian within an industry
 
 
COMMUNITY CRUSADER - extraordinary achievement of a South Asian as a leader who is giving back to the South Asian community
 
 
CORPORATE ENGAGEMENT - extraordinary achievement of a South Asian entrepreneur
 
 
BREAKING BARRIERS - extraordinary achievement of a South Asian who is breaking a new barrier and achieving a milestone
 
 
ADVANCING PHILANTHROPY - extraordinary achievement of a South Asian in many charitable ventures
 
 
HERITAGE DEFENDER - extraordinary achievement of a South Asian in overcoming adversity to represent South Asians
 
 
SPIRIT OF SPORT - extraordinary achievement of a South Asian athlete
 
 
YOUNG WONDER - extraordinary achievement of a South Asian young person in academia and community initiatives
 
 
INTERNATIONAL SENSATION - extraordinary achievement of a South Asian on a global scale
 
 
 
The event features an influential keynote speaker, local celebrities, sensational entertainment, a glamourous fashion showcase. If you think you or someone you know rightfully deserves this title, log on to www.darpanmagazine.com to drop in a nomination.
This year's categories are as follows:
  • Artistic Visionary

    Extraordinary Achievement As A South Asian In The Field Of Art

  • Industry Marvel

    Extraordinary Achievements Of A South Asian Within An Industry

  • Community Crusader

    Extraordinary Achievement Of A South Asian As A Leader Who Is Giving Back To The South Asian Community

  • Corporate Engagement

    Extraordinary Achievement Of A South Asian Entrepreneur

  • Breaking Barriers

    Extraordinary Achievement Of A South Asian Who Is Breaking A New Barrier And Achieving A Milestone

  • Advancing Philanthropy

    Extraordinary Achievement Of A South Asian In Many Charitable Ventures

  • Heritage Defender

    Extraordinary Achievement Of A South Asian In Overcoming Adversity To Represent South Asians

  • Spirit Of Sport

    Extraordinary Achievement Of A South Asian Athlete

  • Young Wonder

    Extraordinary Achievement Of A South Asian Young Person In Academia And Community Initiatives

  • International Sensation

    Extraordinary Achievement Of A South Asian On A Global Scale

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