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48th death anniversary of Ustad Amanat Ali Khan to be observed on Sunday
September 17, 2022

The 48th death anniversary of legendary classical singer Ustad Amanat Ali Khan will be  observed on Sunday, i.e (18th September, 2022)

Born in 1922 in Indian city Hoshiarpur, he belongs to famous Patiala gharana of musicians.

In 1948, he migrated to Pakistan.

He is among very few those classical singers who got fame both in classical as well as in Ghazal formats of singing.

He released many ghazals, including Insha Ji Utho Ab Kuch Karo, Honton Pe Kabhi Unke Mera Naam and Mora Jiya Na Lagay and many others which are still remembered by fans.

He was awarded ‘Pride of Performance’ by the government of Pakistan in 2009.

Ustad Amanat Ali died on September 18, 1974 and laid to rest in Mominpura Graveyard, Lahore.