MOZAMBICAN RIGHTS ACTIVIST TO GET INDIRA GANDHI PEACE PRIZE

NEWS: Graça Machel, a renowned Mozambican human rights activist and humanitarian, has been selected for the Indira Gandhi Prize for Peace, Disarmament and Development for 2025. The announcement was made by the Indira Gandhi Memorial Trust.

About Graça Machel

• An internationally respected African stateswoman, educationist, and human rights advocate
• Known for her path-breaking work in: Education, health and nutrition, women and children’s rights, economic empowerment, humanitarian action
• Her life’s work is closely linked to: Struggle for self-determination in Africa, Protection of vulnerable and marginalised communities

Indira Gandhi Prize for Peace, Disarmament and Development

• Instituted in 1986 in memory of Indira Gandhi
• Awarded annually to: Individuals or institutions Who promote international peace, disarmament, and development
• Considered one of India’s most prestigious international awards

Award Components

• ₹1 crore cash prize
• Citation
• Trophy

Selection Process

• The awardee is chosen by an international jury
• The 2025 jury was chaired by Shivshankar Menon
• Selection highlights global relevance, ethical leadership, and sustained impact