Dehradun, June 28 -- Kullu folk singer Inderjeet was conferred the prestigious Himachal Ratan award during the 10th edition of the Excellence Iconic Awards 2025 in Dehradun. Bollywood actress Esha Deol presented the award in recognition of Inderjeet's outstanding contribution to the preservation and global promotion of Himachal Pradesh's rich folk heritage.

Hailing from the small village of Doghri, Kullu Manali, Inderjeet's musical journey began against all odds. Born on March 12, 1992, without any formal training or resources, he launched his first video album "Dil Ka Kya Kasoor" at the age of 16, featuring 10 self-written and composed songs, as per the press release.

His 2016 breakout song "Haade Mere Mamua" brought him into the limel...