Basanti Bisht receives Loknirmala Samman for folk music

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Folk singer Basanti Bisht from Uttarakhand will receive the Loknirmala Samman 2025 on Tuesday at the Uttar Pradesh Sangeet Natak Akademi. She is recognized for her efforts in preserving Uttarakhand's musical heritage. The award ceremony will feature Padma Shri Sonia Nityanand as the chief guest. The Loknirmala Samman is given annually to honor individuals dedicated to enriching folk traditions. Basanti Bisht, a Padma Shri awardee, is celebrated for her traditional folk songs and hymns, contributing to the cultural essence of the Himalayan region.


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