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1998 Padma Vibhushan awardees
Padma Vibhushan is the second highest civilian award of India. In 1998, 4 personalities won the Padma Vibhashan Award from the fields of law and public affairs, social work and public affairs.

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Name Field State Country
Nani Ardeshir Palkhivala Law and Public Affairs Maharashtra India
Lakshmi Sahgal Public Affairs Uttar Pradesh India
Walter Sisulu Public Affairs - South Africa
Usha Mehta Social Work Maharashtra India



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