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Indira Gandhi Prize for Peace 2025 awarded to Daniel Barenboim.

Awards | Dated: 26 Nov 2025

The Indira Gandhi Memorial Trust has announced that the Indira Gandhi Prize for Peace, Disarmament and Development for 2025 will be awarded to renowned pianist and conductor Daniel Barenboim. He is recognized for his efforts in using music to foster peace and understanding in West Asia.

🎯 Key Highlights:

Barenboim co-founded the West-Eastern Divan Orchestra, which brings together young musicians from Israel and Arab countries to promote dialogue and coexistence.
The award carries a cash prize of Rs 25 lakh and a citation, presented annually to individuals or organizations for creative efforts toward world peace.
He joins the ranks of previous recipients like David Attenborough and ISRO, recognized for his lifelong commitment to cultural diplomacy.

💡 Other Important Facts:

Winner: Daniel Barenboim.
Field: Music and Peace Activism.
Awarded by: Indira Gandhi Memorial Trust.

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Who has been awarded the Indira Gandhi Prize for Peace 2025?

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About Indira Gandhi Prize

First Awarded – 1986
Prize Money – Rs 25 Lakh