24th International Mother Teresa Awards Celebrated in Dubai

The 24th International Mother Teresa Awards Ceremony took place on August 26, 2024, at Millennium Plaza Dubai, marking the 114th birth anniversary of the esteemed humanitarian. Organized by the All-India Minority and Weaker Sections Council, this event was held outside

                                                               India for only the second time, with both international ceremonies occurring in Dubai. Established posthumously after Mother Teresa’s death in 1997, the awards honor exceptional individuals across various sectors including education, science, culture, sports, social work, medicine, industry, and politics.

Notable Award Recipients

João Bernardo Vieira II (Posthumously, Guinea-Bissau)

Sidharth Srivastava and Namit Bajoria (Industry)

Mohammed Mahtabur Rahman (Chairman, NRB Bank Limited)

Irka Bochenko (Arts)

MP Rozario (Education)

Murli Panjabi and Sureandar Singh Khandari (Social Work, UAE)

Ahmed al Hashemi (Young Musician and Child Prodigy)

Ceremony Highlights

The event featured a cake-cutting ceremony to celebrate Mother Teresa’s birth anniversary and included a documentary screening about her life. Organizers expressed their delight in returning to Dubai, which also included cultural performances reflecting Mother Teresa’s spirit of compassion.

Legacy and Impact

The Mother Teresa National Awards Committee continues to honor her legacy through cultural events and feeding programs for the underprivileged. Born on August 26, 1910, and beatified as Saint Teresa, Mother Teresa founded the Missionaries of Charity, which has expanded globally to serve the poorest of the poor. Her humanitarian work earned her numerous awards, including the Ramon Magsaysay Peace Prize and the Nobel Peace Prize. The 24th International Mother Teresa Awards Ceremony served as a heartfelt tribute to her enduring impact and selfless service.

Key Points About Mother Teresa

Full Name: Anjezë Gonxhe Bojaxhiu

Birth: August 26, 1910, in Skopje, Macedonia (then part of the Ottoman Empire)

Death: September 5, 1997, in Kolkata, India

Missionaries of Charity: Founded in 1950, dedicated to serving the poorest of the poor

Nobel Peace Prize: Awarded in 1979 for her humanitarian work

Beatification: Declared “Blessed Teresa of Kolkata” by Pope John Paul II in 2003

Canonization: Declared a saint by Pope Francis in 2016

Key Awards: Ramon Magsaysay Peace Prize, Padma Shri

Legacy: Known for her work with the destitute and dying in Kolkata, India, her legacy continues through numerous charitable activities and institutions worldwide.