The State government has declared the Vayosevana awards for the year. Minister for Social Justice R. Bindu announced the awards for various categories including best local bodies on Monday.
Thespian Madhu, who turned 90 two days ago, and tribal farmer Cheruvayal K. Raman have been chosen for the lifetime achievement award comprising a purse of ₹1 lakh.
The awards would be presented on the International Day of Older Persons that will be observed on October 1, Dr. Bindu said.