In an award function organized by Hirani Mata Sthanak Trust on Sunday September 22, 2013 at the Birla Krida Kendra, Chowpatty, Mumbai, Late Shri Kirtilal Manilal Mehta was honored posthumously for establishing the world renowned Lilavati Hospital. The prestigious hospital has immensely benefited underprivileged people with its various charitable endeavors.

The award was received by Shri prabodh kirtilal mehta, son of Late Shri Kirtilal Manilal Mehta.

Hirani Mata Sthanak Trust is an association of people from Palanpur who are followers of the goddess Hirani Mata.

Speaking on the occasion, prabodh mehta said, “I am honoured to receive this award recognizing the philanthropic work done by my late father Shri Kirtilal Manilal Mehta. Started with humble beginnings, the Lilavati Hospital has today grown into a 315 bed multi specialty hospital well-known even in international circles. My father’s work serves as an inspiration to all of us in the Mehta family. Our family gives significant grants each year for setting up and / or maintaining hospitals in India and abroad”.