The 16th death anniversary of renowned classical and semi-classical singer Asad Amanat Ali Khan was observed on Saturday.

Hailing from famous Patiala Gharana, Asad Amanat Ali Khan was son of famous singer Ustad Amanat Ali Khan and great grandson of founder of Gharana Ali Buksh Khan.

The government of Pakistan acknowledged Asad Amanat Ali Khan`s immense contributions to Pakistani music industry by awarding him the Pride of Performance on March 23, 2007.

Asad Amanat Ali Khan left his fans at young age and died due to heart attack on April 8, 2007 in London.