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Assam government to present 1st Bhupen Hazarika National Award to Usha Mangeshkar: Himanta

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will present the award at the concluding ceremony of the singer's year-long birth centenary celebrations at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi on November 29, says CM Sarma

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The prestigious Bhupen Hazarika National Award ceremony honours a legendary singer, celebrating India's rich cultural heritage and artistic achievements.

The Hindu 3 newsrooms Fri, 23 Oct 2026 22:38

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