Sri Yuvaraj Jain, Chairman of the Excellent Group of Institutions, Moodbidri, has been conferred the prestigious "Bharat Ratna Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Education Excellence Award – 2026" in recognition of his outstanding contribution to the field of education. The award was presented at the Glory of India Awards – 2026 ceremony organized by the Global Achievers Council in association with the Economic Growth Foundation, New Delhi, on 30 May 2026. The honour recognizes Sri Yuvaraj Jain's visionary leadership, unwavering commitment, and remarkable efforts in promoting quality education and holistic student development. Under his dynamic leadership, the Excellent Group of Institutions has emerged as one of the leading educational institutions in the region, providing value-based education, academic excellence, and opportunities for the overall growth of students. His dedication to nurturing future leaders and fostering innovation in education has earned appreciation from students, parents, educators, and society alike. The Management, Principals, Heads of Institutions, teaching and non-teaching staff, students, alumni, and well-wishers of the Excellent Group of Institutions congratulated Sri Yuvaraj Jain on this remarkable national recognition. They expressed confidence that his visionary leadership would continue to inspire the institution to achieve greater milestones in the years ahead. The award stands as a testimony to Sri Yuvaraj Jain's relentless pursuit of excellence and his invaluable contribution to strengthening the education sector in India.