US EditionJunagadh's Mir Hajibhai: Padma Shri for 60 Years of Dholak Magic
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Junagadh's Mir Hajibhai: Padma Shri for 60 Years of Dholak Magic
The Padma Awards 2026 list, declared on Republic Day eve, salutes trailblazers in diverse fields. Standing out is 80-year-old Mir Hajibhai Kasambhai from Junagadh, Gujarat, earning Padma Shri for his unparalleled artistry on the dholak. Six decades of rhythmic brilliance have seen Hajibhai sway crowds domestically and internationally. His performances have spotlighted Indian folk sounds, weaving Gujarat’s folk essence into global narratives and …
The Government of India has announced the Padma Shri award to Junagadh's renowned dholak player Mir Hajibhai Kasambahi, popularly known as 'Haji Ramkadu', for his invaluable contribution to the field of art. Hajibhai, who enchants with his unique style of playing dholak in bhajans, santavani and folk dance programs, has created a unique identity in the art world. Hajibhai's sense of service is also amazing. He has played dholak for free in more …
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