Pankaj Udhas live in city on October 20

DEHRADUN: For all those who love soulful ghazal renditions, here is the chance of a lifetime. Noted ghazal maestro Pankaj Udhas, known for a number of mesmerising tracks like ‘Chithi aayi hai,’ ‘Chandi jaisa rang,’ ‘Na kajre ki dhar’ etc will perform live on October 20 in a special musical evening organised by The Times of India at the Marshall School on EC Road from 6.30 pm onwards.
With just a few days left for the event, excitement has already started building up in the city among those who are excited at the prospect of seeing the renowned performer, a Padma Shri awardee, render his much-loved songs in a live performance. “My parents just love the ghazals by Pankaj Udhas and we are really looking forward to the show. We are thankful to The Times of India for bringing such a performer to our city. I am sure it would be a memorable event,” said Arpita Bisht who is planning to attend the show with her entire family.
Somya Uniyal, another fan of the singer, told TOI, “I usually listen to country music or rock songs but the way in which Pankaj Udhas sings -- putting his entire heart and soul into the song -- has made me a fan of his ghazals. Some of my favourite tracks sung by him include ‘Chandi Jaisa Rang’ and ‘Aur Aahista’ and I am looking forward to him singing them live.”
Upendra Joshi, a senior citizen said that Pankaj Udhas’ songs were “classics and it would be a treat to attend his performance.” “I am planning to go along with my friends and family members for the treat,” he said.
The presenting sponsor for the event is Canyons Club while other notable sponsors include Bansal Classes and LIC of India. A special attraction for the evening apart from the soulful tracks, will be a ‘Himadri Handloom and Khadi Fashion Show” presented by Uttarakhand Handloom and Handicraft Development Council (UHHDC) and Uttarakhand Khadi and Gramodyog Board to promote handloom and khadi from the state.