Bheru Singh Chouhan
Bheru Singh Chouhan | |
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| Born | Malwa region, Madhya Pradesh, India |
| Occupation | Folk singer |
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| Awards | Padma Shri (2025) |
Bheru Singh Chouhan is an Indian folk singer from the Malwa region of Madhya Pradesh. He is known for performing Nirgun devotional music and traditional Kabir bhajans. In 2025, he was awarded the Padma Shri, India’s fourth-highest civilian honor, for his contributions to the field of art.[1]
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Career
[edit | edit source]Chouhan has been active in preserving the oral traditions of Malwi folk music, with a focus on Nirgun bhakti—a form of spiritual poetry that emphasizes formless devotion. His performances are primarily centered around the verses of the 15th-century mystic poet Kabir, and have been featured at regional and religious gatherings in Madhya Pradesh.[2][3]
Recognition
[edit | edit source]In January 2025, the Government of India conferred the Padma Shri on Chouhan for his contributions to folk music.[4][5][6][7]
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