Daijiworld Media Network – Puttur (SP)
Puttur, Jan 12: The annual ‘Dharmashree’ award being conferred to people with distinguished services to the society was this time, given to internationally renowned musical legend, Padma Vibhushan Dr K J Yesudas. The award is conferred annually by Dharmashree Foundation, Eshwaramangala, in the taluk.
The award function was held at Eshwaramangala on Wednesday January 11. State assembly speaker, K G Bopaiah, presided over the function. Speaking after conferring the award, Sri Raghaveshwara Bharati Swamiji of Hosanagar Sri Ramachandrapura Mutt, reasoned that India is a confluence of rhythms, emotions, and tunes, and that Indian music has the power to transcend boundaries of languages, religions, and sects. “Music delivers the message of happiness, and shows us the way how to lead life. No boundaries can confine music within their bounds,” he added. He also termed Yesudas as the most sublime personality in Indian music.
Yesudas, addressing the gathering after accepting the award, compared Hindustani music to river and Carnatic classical music to ocean. “Carnatic music is backed by 72 independent Raagas, and it is inspired by nature. It has the power to strengthen the roots of culture. Because of these qualities, this music has gained global recognition,” he reasoned.
In his congratulatory address, state primary and secondary education minister, Vishweshwar Hegde Kageri, felt that the award given to Yesudas in the bargain got its own prestige enhanced. He hailed Yesudas for working tirelessly for five decades as the ambassador of musical culture of India.
Hereditary priest of Kollur Goddess Mookambika Temple, Narshi Govind Adiga, president of felicitation committee, Muliya Shyam Bhat, chief patron of Dharmashree Foundation, G K Mahabaleshwar Bhat, trustee, Shviaprasad E, and many others were present.
Managing trustee of the foundation, Nanya Achuta Moodittaya, welcomed. Secretary of felicitation committee, Dr Varadaraj Chandragiri, proposed vote of thanks. Advocate, Mahesh Kaje, presented the programme.