(1st recipient of the Highest Rank awarded to a foreigner) Conferred upon Dr. Rikhi Thakral ” For his support in the field of higher education through scholarships “
(Royal Decree Signed by His Majesty King Norodom Sihamoni / on Recommendation of H.E.Samdech HunSen, Prime Minister of Cambodia) Phnom Penh, Cambodia | 9th December 2011.