The Indira Gandhi Prize for Peace

Activist Ali Abu Awwad and pianist Daniel Barenboim win Indira Gandhi Peace Prize.

The Prize

It was instituted in the memory of the former prime minister by the Indira Gandhi Memorial Trust in 1986.
The award is given to individuals or organisations who work towards ensuring international peace and development.
It consists of a monetary award of Rs 25 lakh along with a citation.

Barenboim

He is a distinguished classical pianist, and conductor, renowned for performing with and directing some of the leading orchestras in the world.
Apart from his musical achievements, he is also known for his relentless endeavour in using music to foster harmony in West Asia.

Awwad

Mr. Awwad is an eminent Palestinian peace activist who has been working tirelessly with the people of Palestine and Israel for a peaceful resolution of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
In 2014, Mr. Awwad co-founded a local Palestinian-Israeli initiative called Roots, promoting understanding, non-violence and transformation.

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