To observe the Gandhi Jayanti on October 2, the Directorate of Swaraj Sansthan has organised an evening featuring devotional songs ‘Ekau Ram Rahim’. Under the programme, a renowned devotional and folk song vocalist Pamashri Prahlad Tipanya would present his show at Shaheed Bhawan Auditorium here marking the D-day.
Marking the occasion, Prahlad will present Kabir Vaani, along with his favourite hymns in the sumptuous tone of musical instrument like Padmashri Prahlad Tupaniya and fellow artist Tambura, Khartal, Manjeera, Dholak, Harmonium, Timki, Violin.
Born in Tarana on September 7, 1954, Prahalad Tipaniya started his life as a teacher. He said that seeing a bird beating on the flower, his life changed. As soon as the bird's beak fell, the flowers fell to the ground and seeing this scene they understood the complete essence of life. After this he joined Kabir's twins and then there was no turning back for Prahlad Tipanya.
Prahlad Tupaniya, famous for the presentation of Kabir bhajan in Malvi folk singer, has made its distinctive identity across the country. He has performed in Bhopal, Jabalpur, Patna, lucknow, Patna Doordarshan Hymns, with adding his innovations to the folk music.
By presenting Kabir bhajan in his style, Tipaniya delivered Kabir's message to many countries including USA, France, Canada, ASTE and liya. In the year 2011, Tupaniya was awarded with the Padmashri by the Government of India, has been honored with several awards including the Sangeet Natak Akademi.