At the French Embassy, Shashi Tharoor, Member of Parliament from Thiruvananthapuram, was honored with France’s highest civilian award, the “Chevalier de la Legion d’Honneur,” by Gerard Larcher, President of the French Senate. 
Upon receiving the award, Tharoor expressed profound gratitude, stating that he was immensely honored to accept the Chevalier de la Legion d’Honneur.
Chairman of the French Senate, Larcher, praised Shashi Tharoor, saying that throughout his impressive career as a diplomat, writer, and politician, Tharoor has shown a strong desire to learn and a smart approach that has allowed him to do many different things for India and the world, all aimed at making the world a better place.
Know France’s highest civilian
The Chevalier de la Legion d’Honneur (Knight of the Legion of Honour) was created by Napoleon Bonaparte in 1802. It’s France’s top award for civilians who have done amazing things for France. This award recognizes
achievements in arts, literature, science, and helping the public, among other things.
Durga Charan Rakshit was the first Indian to receive this honor. He received the award in 1896 for his humanitarian efforts. Then, in 1937, Mohamed Haniff, who served as the Deputy Mayor of Pondicherry in French India, was also honored with the award.
In independent India, Elattuvalapil Sreedharan was honored with the award in 2005. Known as the “Metroman of India,” he played a crucial role in building the Konkan Railway and the Delhi Metro.
Shashi Tharoor legacy
Shashi Tharoor, born on March 9, 1956, in London, England, distinguished himself as a prominent Indian diplomat and politician, leveraging extensive experience in the international diplomatic arena before assuming
key roles within the Indian government. Renowned for his literary prowess, Tharoor also garnered acclaim as an esteemed author, excelling in both nonfiction and fiction genres.
Shashi Tharoor, known for his dual roles as an author and diplomat, enjoys widespread popularity for his eloquent command of the English language. He has garnered significant attention on social media for his witty critiques of British colonial history.
Tharoor expressed his gratitude upon receiving France’s highest civilian honor, stating, “As someone who holds great admiration for France, its people, their sophistication, language, and rich cultural heritage, particularly their literature and cinema, I am profoundly honored by this prestigious recognition.”
