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Sonu Nigam Receives National Lata Mangeshkar Award in Indore as 2024 Presentation Is Deferred

CM Mohan Yadav led a state tribute that pairs formal honors with public performances to celebrate Lata Mangeshkar’s legacy.

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The programme is being organized by the culture department in collaboration with the district administration

Overview

  • Chief Minister Mohan Yadav conferred the 2025 National Lata Mangeshkar Award on Sonu Nigam in Indore on Lata Mangeshkar’s 96th birth anniversary.
  • Shankar‑Ehsaan‑Loy were announced as the 2024 recipients but did not attend, and government sources said the presentation would be postponed as the trio are abroad.
  • The two-day program at the Lata Mangeshkar Auditorium featured free public entry and opened Saturday with performances by local artists.
  • A state-level light music competition for juniors (8–15) and seniors (16–26) was held on Saturday under the Culture Department’s banner.
  • Following the awards, a musical evening featured playback singer Ankit Tiwari and his troupe, and the honor includes Rs 5 lakh, a citation, a trophy, and a shawl.