The Dayawati Modi Foundation conferred the ‘Award for Art, Culture and Education’ for the year 2017 on the veteran Sarod player on 17 November, said a statement. The award comprising a cash prize of Rs 2.51 lakh, a silver shield and scroll of honour was presented to the distinguished artist to mark the 102nd birth anniversary of late Dayawati Modi.
Veteran Sarod player Amjad Ali Khan has been conferred with the Dayawati Modi Award for his contribution to Indian classical music.
Minister of Social Justice and Empowerment Thaawar Chand Gehlot felicitated Amjad Ali Khan with the award at an event held in the capital at Sri Sathya Sai Auditorium, on Lodhi Road, in New Delhi.
