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Maharashtra Forms Mukesh Committee to Nurture Musical Heritage
The Maharashtra government has created a committee to remember singer Mukesh.
Mukesh was known for his soulful voice in Indian cinema.
His 50th death anniversary will be observed on August 27, 2026.
The committee will work in Mumbai city district.
It wants young people to learn about Mukesh’s Hindi and Marathi music.
It will organise concerts, festivals and singing competitions.
Young singers may also receive scholarships and awards.
Minister Mangal Prabhat Lodha will lead the committee.
Neil Nitin Mukesh, who is Mukesh’s grandson, will be one of its members.
The Maharashtra government formed the Late Singer Mukesh Gaurav Committee in Mumbai city district.
The committee will commemorate Mukesh’s 50th death anniversary on August 27, 2026.
It aims to preserve Mukesh’s musical legacy and introduce it to younger generations.
Planned initiatives include singing competitions, musical festivals, scholarships and awards for young artists.
Minister Mangal Prabhat Lodha will chair the committee, with Neil Nitin Mukesh among its members.
- Who
- The Maharashtra government, chaired by Minister Mangal Prabhat Lodha, formed the committee; Neil Nitin Mukesh is among its members.
- What
- A committee was established to preserve and promote singer Mukesh’s musical heritage while supporting emerging artists.
- Where
- Mumbai city district, Maharashtra.
- When
- The committee was announced on August 21, 2026, ahead of Mukesh’s 50th death anniversary on August 27, 2026.
- Why
- To commemorate Mukesh, pass his musical heritage to younger generations and create opportunities for young singers and artists.
Key facts
- Committee
- Late Singer Mukesh Gaurav Committee
- Chairman
- Mangal Prabhat Lodha
- Member
- Neil Nitin Mukesh, Mukesh’s grandson
- Member secretary
- Mumbai City District Collector
- Anniversary
- Mukesh’s 50th death anniversary on August 27, 2026
- Proposed activities
- Singing competitions, musical evenings, festivals, scholarships and awards
- Musical focus
- Mukesh’s Hindi and Marathi songs
Quotes
Mangal Prabhat Lodha
Maharashtra Skills, Employment, Entrepreneurship and Innovation Minister and committee chairman
“Preserving Mukesh’s rich musical heritage and taking it to the next generation is our responsibility. Along with keeping his memory alive, the committee will work to provide a platform to emerging singers and artists, encourage their talent and create opportunities for new voices in the music industry.”
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