Udupi: Sri Krishna Vadirajanugraha Award was presented to renowned musician Balamuralikrishna at the Rajangana of Udupi Sri Krishna Mutt on September 3, Monday. The award was presented on behalf of the Sri Sode Vadiraja Mutt on the occasion of inaugural of Ashtadinotsava in connection with Janmashtami celebrations.
Responding to the felicitation, the great musician said he was still a student of music and has a lot to learn. He also promised to serve music as long as he can.
A Eshwaraiah, noted music critic, delivered the felicitation address.
The Ashtadinotsava programme was inaugurated by Sri Vidya Sagara Theertha Swamiji of Sri Krishnapura Mutt. Yakshagana Academy President Prof. ML Samaga, musicians Vittal Ramamurthi, Diwan Padigaru Srinivas Tantri and others we present.
On this occasion, the silver covering provided to the Tulasivrindavanaa of the Krishna Mutt, was dedicated to the Lord by the Paryaya seer. Raghunath Shet of SL Shet Diamond House was felicitated for the creation of the silver covering. Various cultural programmes will be held at the Rajangana upto September 10.