Chandigarh, May 6
On his 36th death anniversary, the legendary Punjabi poet Shiv Kumar Batalvi was paid rich musical tributes by admirers and artistes in a musical soiree organised by Chandigarh Sahitya Akademy. Old associates and young artistes recited his poems and spoke eloquently in his praise. Taran Gujral, Gurdev Singh from England and Govardhan Gabbi presented ghazals of Shiv. Choreography on the poet’s songs by Wamiqa Gabbi and Chandni was well received. CSA vice-chairman DS Gupt honoured the artistes.
