Harshad Golesar and Duhita Golesar Honoured with Padma Shri Mahendra Kapoor Award 2026 for Their Contribution to Indian Music
Harshad Golesar and Duhita Golesar Honoured with Padma Shri Mahendra Kapoor Award 2026 for Their Contribution to Indian Music
MUMBAI, 25th May 2026: In a landmark moment for contemporary Indian music rooted in classical tradition, singers Harshad Golesar and Duhita Golesar have been honoured with the prestigious Padma Shri Mahendra Kapoor Award 2026, recognising their contribution to Indian music and their growing impact as one of the country’s most promising musical acts.
Known for blending the richness of Hindustani classical music with contemporary live arrangements, the duo has rapidly emerged as a powerful new voice through their musical project, the Harshaduhita Collective. Their performances move seamlessly through Bhajans, Sufi, Ghazals, Folk music, semi-c...