‘Padma Shri’ conferred on Sri Lankan musician Amaradeva
[January 29, 2002 - 7.15 GMT]

The President of India has recognised Veteran Sri Lankan music maestro Pandit W. D. Amaradeva with the decoration of Padma Shri- India’s highest civilian honour. High Commissioner Gopal Krishna Gandhi in Colombo made the announcement on India’s republic day on Saturday.

This is one of the many distinguished awards presented worldwide to Pandit Amaradeva. Last year Amaradeva won the prestigious Ramon Magsaysay award. 

Earlier, he was honoured by the Bhatkande Institute of Music with the title “Pandit” in recognition of his outstanding contribution to music.

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Last Updated Date: January 29, 2002  - 7.15 GMT.