Asha Bhosle to receive Lata Deenanath Mangeshkar Puraskar: The legendary vocalist Asha Bhosle will be honoured with the Lata Deenanath Mangeshkar award, which was founded in memory of Lata Mangeshkar by the Mangeshkar family and trust. The award ceremony will take place on April 24, which is the anniversary of their father’s death. Asha Bhosle, who is Lata Mangeshkar’s younger sister, will be the recipient of the award.
April 2023 Current Affairs Quiz
The Lata Deenanath Mangeshkar Puraskar is an annual award awarded to someone who has contributed significantly to the nation, its people, and society. The award was first presented to Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Other Awardee’s
According to the press note issued by the Mangeshkar family, veteran ghazal singer Pankaj Udhas will receive the Master Deenanath Mangeshkar Puraskar for contribution to Indian music; Gauri Theaters of Prashant Damle fan foundation for Best Drama of the Year (“Niyam Va Ati Lagu”); Sadguru Seva Sangh Trust for yeoman Social Service; Granthali Prakashan with the Vagvilasini Puraskar for contribution to literature; actor-director Prasad Oak with the Vishesh Puraskar for contribution to cinema and and drama; and actor Vidya Balan with the Vishesh Puraskar for contribution to cinema.