Bharat Ratna Dr Bhupen Hazarika National Award

Why in News?

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced that the closing ceremony of Bhupen Hazarika’s birth centenary celebrations will be held in Delhi on November 29. The Assam Cabinet has also approved a national-level award named after the legendary musician. The inaugural award will be conferred on Usha Mangeshkar for her outstanding contribution to Indian music.

Key Features of the Award

• Name: Bharat Ratna Dr Bhupen Hazarika National Award.
• First recipient: Usha Mangeshkar, eminent Indian playback singer.
• Objective: To recognise outstanding contributions to music, arts and cinema.
• Eligibility: Nationally or internationally recognised personalities in these fields.
• Frequency: Once every three years.
• Award components: Cash prize of ₹10 lakh and a citation.
• Approval: Assam State Cabinet.

About Bhupen Hazarika

• Bhupen Hazarika was a renowned Assamese singer, composer, lyricist, filmmaker and cultural personality.
• His music reflected themes of humanity, social harmony, cultural identity and the lives of ordinary people.
• He received the Bharat Ratna in 2019, India’s highest civilian award.

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