Yogesh Praveen

Dr. Yogesh Praveen (born 28 October 1938) is an Indian author and expert on the history and culture of Avadh, specifically Lucknow. He has a Masters in Hindi and Sanskrit in addition to a doctorate in Literature from Meerut University.[1][2]

Books

Other works

Apart from books he has also published poetry. He has received a National Award for his book 'Lucknow Nama'. He has received several other awards, including the U.P. Ratna Award (2000), the National Teachers Award (1999), the Yash Bharti Award (2006), and the U.P. Sangeet Natak Academy Award (1998). He also wrote lyrics for the film Junoon; he is also known as encyclopedia of Lucknow, Besides being the lyricist in the movie Junoon, his co-operation was taken in both films by the name of Umraao Jaan in (1982) and (2007).

References

  1. "Uttar Pradesh honours `Bunty aur Babli' star". The Hindu (Chennai, India: 21 November 2006). 21 November 2006. Retrieved 8 May 2010.
  2. "Maya over Manu". Daily News and Analysis. 10 May 2008. Retrieved 8 May 2010.
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