For Harshavardhan, the smiles and blessings of the lives he touched became his truest measure of success, motivating him to continue on the path of social service. His efforts did not go unnoticed. Recognizing his impact, prominent national, and regional publications featured him as an inspiration for the next generation, encouraging more youngsters to join in elevating the under-served.

News coverage in major periodicals like India Today, Eenadu, and many other newspapers talked about Harshavardhan's work highlighting his contribution as a beacon of development for rural communities. For his consistent efforts in driving social change, he was awarded the prestigious Capital Foundation Young Achiever Award in 2022.