New Delhi, April 28 -- Legendary ghazal singer Pankaj Udhas was conferred Padma Bhushan posthumously on Monday evening.

President Droupadi Murmu presented the award to late Pankaj Udhas' wife, Farida Udhas, at a ceremony held in the Ganatantra Mandap of the Rashtrapati Bhawan.

Padma Awards were announced on the eve of Republic Day. Speaking with ANI in January, Pankaj Udhas' wife Farida Udhas, and daughters Nayaab Udhas and Reva Udhas reacted to honour with mixed emotions.

"It's a matter of pride for us but we are also extremely sad as he (Pankaj Udhas) is not here with us," Pankaj Udhas' wife said.

"We wish he was here to receive this award. He would have been immensely happy if he were around. I thank the government for honouring my...