"I am deeply humbled, honoured and overjoyed that the Republic of India has decided to confer on me the Padma Shri," he said. HR Shah, an Indian-American entrepreneur who is the recipient of this year's Padma Shri award, has said that he would "rededicate" himself to help India and US further strengthen their ties. I am deeply humbled, honoured and overjoyed that the Republic of India has decided to confer on me the Padma Shri," said Shah who has lived in the US for 46 years. A turnaround expert, he became prominent for rescuing Krauszer's Food Stores, New Jersey's largest chain having over 400 convenience stores. A recipient of the 2005 Ellis Island Medal of Honor he is also a well-known entrepreneur, philanthropist and community leader.

Source: dna January 26, 2017 04:10 UTC