September 23, 2025Mysore/Mysuru: Chief Minister Siddaramaiah conferred the prestigious ‘Rajya Sangeetha Vidwan’ award on renowned Hindustani Singer Pandit M. Venkatesh Kumar after inaugurating the Dasara Cultural Programmes at Mysore Palace here last evening. Venkatesh Kumar tutored under Pt. Venkatesh Kumar in the field of music, has conferred the prestigious ‘Rajya Sangeetha Vidwan’ award on him. Venkatesh Kumar is a perfect example for how one can achieve big, provided he or she has the determination, dedication and commitment. “If Venkatesh Kumar has made any name and fame across the globe, it is only because of the blessings of Guru Puttaraj Gawai,” Pt.