The Madhya Pradesh government honoured renowned lyricist Prasoon Joshi with the National Kishore Kumar Award in Khandwa for his contribution to film song writing.
Joshi received the award during a grand ceremony in Khandwa, the birthplace of Kishore Kumar.
Chief Minister Mohan Yadav recalled Kishore Kumar’s fun-loving anecdotes and called him the “precious gem” of Madhya Pradesh.
The award was given for the year 2024.
Author's summary: Prasoon Joshi wins award.