New Delhi, May 17 -- The first Investiture Ceremony of the Padma Awards for the year 2026 is scheduled to be held at the Rashtrapati Bhavan on May 25, where President Droupadi Murmu will confer the prestigious civilian honours upon the recipients.

Among the distinguished personalities to be honoured this year is Taga Ram Bheel, the renowned maestro of the Algoza, who will be conferred with the Padma Shri for his exceptional contribution to preserving and promoting the traditional folk music of the Thar Desert.

Hailing from Jaisalmer, Rajasthan, Taga Ram Bheel has dedicated his life to mastering and popularising the dual flute instrument.

"Taga Ram Bheel, renowned maestro of the Algoza, will be honoured with the Padma Shri for his excep...