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Usha Mangeshkar Wins First Dr Bhupen Hazarika Award

Ananya SharmaSource: hindustantimes.com
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Usha Mangeshkar Wins First Dr Bhupen Hazarika Award
Usha Mangeshkar Wins First Dr Bhupen Hazarika AwardSource: hindustantimes.com
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The Assam cabinet has announced the creation of the Dr Bhupen Hazarika National Award, with singer Usha Mangeshkar as its first recipient. The award carries a cash component of ₹10 lakh and will be presented annually to internationally acclaimed individuals in various fields. The cabinet also approved investments and election rules for several autonomous councils and organizations.

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