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Rahat says his honorary Oxford degree is a recognition of Pakistani music

Rahat says his honorary Oxford degree is a recognition of Pakistani music

I have performed in every part of the world but everyone knows that Pakistan is my first priority, he says
29 Mar, 2019

Renowned singer Rahat Fateh Ali Khan has said that he is very much optimistic about the future of Pakistani music and Qawwali.

Talking to reporters at the Karachi Press Club a day after the Oxford University announced conferring an honorary degree on him, he said: “I have some 1,200 students who are learning Qawwali.”

The vocalist thanked the Oxford University and dedicated the honour to his family. He said it was actually the recognition of Pakistani music and culture.

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“I have performed in every part of the world and sung for film industries of different countries. But everyone knows that Pakistan is my first priority. Whatever I am today is because of this country and its people. Wherever in the world, I am invited to perform it’s in fact the recognition of Pakistani music and its culture,” he said.

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Rahat will be awarded the honorary degree at a function to be held in June this year.

The honorary degree will be awarded to seven other personalities for their invaluable services in different fields.


Originally published in Dawn, March 29th, 2019

Comments

Aranya Mar 29, 2019 10:18am
Sorry sir with due respect, you are also what you are because there are 1 B indians who have embraced you and loved you, and you have received huge amount of recognition for your indian songs - which is one of the main reasons for your success. Even if you dont acknowledge your fan base, it would have been nice to acknowledge the contribution lyricists and composers have made to forward your career.
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Gordon D. Walker Mar 29, 2019 11:12am
Excellence is always recognized. Congratulations! Gordon D. Walker Canada
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Sadaf Mar 29, 2019 11:51am
Excellent contribution to Qawwali by the great icon Rahat Fateh Ali Khan. A heartiest Congratulations to you on this achievement.
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Saif Zulfiqar Mar 29, 2019 12:10pm
WELL SAID RAHAT.
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Zak Mar 29, 2019 12:33pm
'He said it was actually the recognition of Pakistani music and culture.' True. Well said.
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Abuzar Mar 29, 2019 02:48pm
HAtts of to you .. Sir
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BRR Mar 29, 2019 08:25pm
When one looks to another for recognition, and depends on praise from others, it is not a good situation.
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Naila Mar 30, 2019 06:48pm
@Aranya He was famous in Pakistan than iIndia has approached him, He is famous for his qawalies
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Naila Mar 30, 2019 06:50pm
Congratulations Sir.
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