Assam government to present 1st Bhupen Hazarika National Award to Usha Mangeshkar: Himanta
Assam’s government announced that it will present the inaugural Bhupen Hazarika National Award to Usha Mangeshkar. The award will be conferred by Prime Minister Narendra Modi during the final ceremony of the singer’s year‑long birth centenary celebrations at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi on November 29, according to Chief Minister Sarma. This marks the first time the award will be given, highlighting the state's cultural heritage.