Dr. Deepak Thakur, a renowned psychologist and mental health expert from Mukerian, Hoshiarpur (Punjab), was honored with the prestigious Desh Ratna Award 2025 for his remarkable contributions in the field of mental health, social service, and public awareness. His work was recognized at a grand national ceremony held in New Delhi on April 29, 2025.
The Desh Ratna Awards 2025 was organized on Tuesday evening at Kamani Auditorium, Mandi House, New Delhi, by the Ministry of Rural Development, Ministry of Defence, and Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India, in collaboration with the premier institution Bharti Yuva Welfare Association (Bharat) under the Government of the National Capital Territory (NCT) of Delhi.
The event was graced by several distinguished dignitaries, including Union Minister for Tourism and Culture Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, Union Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal, Uttar Pradesh Labour and Employment Minister Raghuraj Singh, Former UP Education Minister Dr. Satish Chandra Dwivedi, and Bollywood actors Mushtaq Khan and Rahul R. Butcher, among others. All dignitaries praised the initiative for honoring real changemakers who uplift society through dedication, innovation, and social commitment.
Dr. Thakur received this award especially for his latest research paper titled “Sleepless Employees: The Sleep Crisis Among Indian Corporate Professionals and Its Cognitive Consequences.” The study highlights the alarming rise in sleep deprivation among India’s corporate workforce and its serious impact on cognitive functioning, emotional health, and work efficiency. His work sheds light on a growing but often overlooked issue in modern professional life.
The event also witnessed the grand launch of his much-acclaimed book, “The Hidden Mechanism of Sleep,” which simplifies the science of sleep, its psychological dimensions, and its impact on mental health and lifestyle. The book outlines how sleep imbalance can lead to disorders like anxiety, depression, and poor productivity—and offers practical, science-backed solutions to restore healthy sleep. The book is now available on Amazon and is gaining popularity among professionals, students, and mental health enthusiasts.
In his acceptance speech, Dr. Thakur said, “Coming from a small town like Mukerian and receiving such national recognition is a matter of great pride and responsibility. This award belongs not only to me but to my parents, teachers, and all those who believed in my mission to improve lives through mental wellness.”
The evening also celebrated dozens of individuals from across India who were honored with the Desh Ratna Award for their exemplary work in diverse fields such as education, medicine, environmental protection, social service, and innovation. The award aims to recognize and spotlight the unsung heroes who work selflessly to bring about meaningful and lasting change in society.
Book Link : The Hidden Mechanism of Sleep
