Daijiworld Media Network – Mangaluru

Mangaluru, Jul 10: Reshel Bretny Fernandes, a young and dynamic author and orator from Mangaluru, has been honoured with the prestigious National Icon Award 2025 – Season 9 in recognition of her remarkable achievements at the international, national, and regional levels.

Known for her eloquence and literary contributions, Fernandes has authored four impactful books that address pressing issues in contemporary society. Her writings have earned praise from various quarters, including prominent leaders, and have even reached the offices of the prime minister, president of India, and Speaker of Lok Sabha, among others.

In recognition of her growing influence and contribution to literature and social discourse, the Bhartiya Yuva Welfare Foundation, New Delhi, in collaboration with the Ministry of Tourism (Jammu & Kashmir), the Ministry of Defence, and other government departments, selected Ms Fernandes for this national honour.

In association with Bharat News and other leading media platforms, the award was formally presented by Raghuraj Singh, minister and MLA from Uttar Pradesh. The prestigious event was held at the Pradhanmantri Sangrahalaya Auditorium, New Delhi, and was graced by union ministers, government officials, and other distinguished dignitaries.