Singapore: The 5th Edition of the NRI Achievers Awards 2026 concluded with resounding success on 31 July 2026 at the iconic The St. Regis Singapore, honouring exceptional achievers from across the globe for their outstanding contributions in business, technology, healthcare, research, entrepreneurship, education, arts, and community leadership.
Organised by Eventinity Ventures Pvt. Ltd., the prestigious international platform brought together an elite gathering of global business leaders, entrepreneurs, professionals, policymakers, diplomats, investors, and members of the Indian diaspora to celebrate excellence and inspire future generations. Building on the remarkable success of its previous international editions at Radisson Blu London and Hilton London Wembley, the Singapore edition marked another milestone in the growing global legacy of the NRI Achievers Awards. The ceremony was graced by Mr. Johnson Paul, Director – Group Strategy & Business Development, Meinhardt Singapore Pte. Ltd., who attended as the Chief Guest. Addressing the audience, he commended the awardees for their exceptional achievements and highlighted the significant contributions of the Indian diaspora in driving innovation, economic growth, and social development across the world.
The evening featured a grand awards presentation, inspiring keynote addresses, high-level networking, media interactions, cultural performances, and a luxurious gala dinner, creating an unforgettable celebration of global excellence.
NRI Achievers Awards 2026 – Singapore Honourees Among those recognised were:
1. Dr. Nobert Leo Raja Susai (UAE) – Global Excellence in Sustainable Engineering & Infrastructure Leadership
2. Dr. Bhawna Gautam (Australia) – Excellence in Holistic Health and Community Empowerment
3. Mr. Manohar Reddy (United Kingdom) – Global Achievement in Artificial Intelligence & Data Science
4. Ms. Hiranmaye Chandu (United States) – Excellence in Engineering & Research
5. Mr. Rudrarup Bhattacharjee (Australia) – Global Leadership in Medical Research & Genomic Innovation
6. Dr. Anjulika Salhan (United Kingdom) – Global Excellence in AI-Driven FinTech Innovation
7. Ms. Saroni Roy (Australia) – Global Icon in Arts, Culture & Social Impact
8. Dr. Sivanesan Dakshanamurthy, PhD, MBA (United States) – Global Impact Award – Science, Health & Innovation
9. Mr. Saurabh Jain (United Kingdom) – Global Excellence in Digital Transformation & AI Leadership
10. Mr. Vinay Gulati (United Kingdom) – Global Excellence in Technology Leadership & Business Transformation
11. Dr. Sugumar Mariappanadar (Australia) – Global Excellence in Sustainable Human Resource Leadership
12. Mr. Janesh Kharbanda (New Zealand) – Global Excellence in Entrepreneurship & Hospitality
13. Dr. Naresh Gupta (Australia) – Lifetime Achievement in Civil Engineering & Infrastructure
14. Mr. Yumnam Sanajaoba (Singapore) – Global Business Leadership with Impact on Northeast India
15. Mr. Vinay Donthineni (New Zealand) – Excellence in Business Development & Education Leadership
16. Mr. Satyam Sheth (Singapore) – Global Leadership in Cloud Computing & Technology Innovation
17. Dr. Narendra Bhati (Zambia) – Global Excellence in Industrial Entrepreneurship & Social Impact
18. Dr. Tushar B. Patel (United States) – Global Leadership in Public Health & Community Healthcare
19. Mr. Gaurav Kyal (United Kingdom) – Excellence in Global Business Leadership
20. Mr. Mukundan A. P. (Singapore) – Global Distinguished Leadership in AI & Data Science
21. Mr. Abhishek Marla (Singapore) – Global Excellence in Media, Technology & ContentCommerce Innovation
22. Mr. Rashpal Singh (United Kingdom) – Global Excellence in UK Immigration & Legal Advisory
23. Dr. Shabhihul Hassan (Nigeria) – Lifetime Achievement in Healthcare, Humanitarian Service & Nation Building
24. Dr. SJK Sharmila Nagarajan (Singapore) – Global Leadership in International Business & Investment
Speaking after the successful conclusion of the event, the organisers said: “The NRI Achievers Awards continues to honour remarkable individuals whose achievements transcend geographical boundaries. Every recipient recognised in Singapore represents the spirit of innovation, resilience, leadership, and service that defines the Global Indian community. We are proud to provide an international platform that celebrates excellence while fostering meaningful global connections.”
The Singapore edition attracted participants and honourees from the United Kingdom, United States, Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, the UAE, Zambia, Nigeria, and other countries, reaffirming the event’s position as one of the leading international recognition platforms dedicated to the Indian diaspora.
Over the years, the NRI Achievers Awards has evolved into much more than an awards ceremony. It has become a global networking platform where distinguished leaders, entrepreneurs, innovators, policymakers, investors, and professionals come together to exchange ideas, build collaborations, and celebrate excellence across industries. The overwhelming success of the Singapore edition reinforces the growing international stature of the platform and its mission to recognise individuals whose work has created lasting impact in their respective fields while inspiring the next generation of global leaders.
With five successful international editions now completed, the organisers announced that preparations are already underway for the next chapter of the NRI Achievers Awards, which aims to bring together even more distinguished achievers from around the world.
About Eventinity Ventures Pvt. Ltd. :
Eventinity Ventures Pvt. Ltd. is an international events, media, and business networking company specialising in global awards, leadership forums, conferences, exhibitions, and business summits. Through its flagship platforms, including the NRI Achievers Awards, the organisation connects leaders, entrepreneurs, professionals, innovators, and changemakers worldwide while promoting international collaboration and excellence.
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