Panchanan Maheswari Medal was instituted during 1977 by Dr. K. Subramanyam, Ex. Director, Botanical Survey of India to commemorate the memory of Prof. P. Maheshwari, his revered ‘Guru’ and one of the founding members of the Indian Botanical Society in recognition of his valuable contributions to Botanical Studies and in appreciation of his services to society. The medal is prepared out of the proceeds of an endowment of Rs.5,000/- . The medal is awarded each year to a distinguished Indian Botanist (life member of IBS) for original, sustained, and significant contributions to the advancement of Botany on the recommendation of Executive Council*. A special function during the Botanical Conference is held annually in connection with the p