Legendary Singer Mukesh Honored with 100th Birth Anniversary Stamp

The Centre has issued a commemorative stamp in honor of the legendary singer Mukesh, marking his 100th birth anniversary. The unveiling event, held at Akashwani Bhawan and hosted by the Ministry of Culture, featured a tribute by Union Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat and a musical performance by Mukesh’s son, Nitin Mukesh.

The Centre on Wednesday issued a commemorative stamp in honor of the legendary singer Mukesh, marking his 100th birth anniversary.

The stamp was unveiled at a function hosted here by the Ministry of Culture at the Akashwani Bhawan.

Union Minister of Culture and Tourism Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, who was the chief guest at the event, paid heartfelt tribute to the singer, recalling his monumental contribution to Indian music and his enduring legacy, the ministry said in a statement.

The commemorative stamp marks his 100th birth anniversary, it said.

'The unveiling ceremony of the commemorative stamp symbolises our deep respect and admiration for Mukesh's remarkable career and unforgettable voice. It is a momentous occasion, celebrating not just his centenary but also immortalising his profound impact on the music industry,' Shekhawat said.

The evening was filled with a mesmerizing musical tribute featuring a performance by Mukesh's son, Nitin Mukesh.

The melodies resonated with guests, evoking nostalgia and celebrating the golden era of music that Mukesh so beautifully embodied. Mukesh's songs were not mere notes, they were stories woven into melodies that spoke directly to the human experience, it said.

(With inputs from agencies.)