Rotary Club & News Mania Celebrates Pt. Tarun Bhattacharya’s Padma Shri Honor

An evening of joy and celebration unfolded on 11th February at the Press Club, Kolkata, as various Rotary clubs, along with News Mania, came together to honor Santoor maestro Pt. Tarun Bhattacharya. The legendary musician, recently selected for the prestigious Padma Shri Award, was felicitated amidst warmth and admiration from fans, friends, and the cultural fraternity. The gathering offered a candid and memorable evening, celebrating his extraordinary contributions to Indian classical music and applauding his dedication, talent, and the recognition of his lifelong musical journey.

Pandit Tarun Bhattacharya is an Indian classical musician who plays the santoor, a type of hammered dulcimer. He studied with Ravi Shankar. He was awarded the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award for 2018. Bharat Dignity Awards 2025.He received the Padma Shri in arts in 2026