Lucknow, Dec. 19 -- When an institution completes a hundred years, its true legacy is not counted in time alone, but through the extraordinary journeys of the students who shaped India's soul across stages - both national and international, cinema halls, and global fora. The achievements of Bhatkhande Sanskriti Vishwavidyalaya's (BSV) alumni span genres and generations, reflecting the institute's inclusive and holistic approach to music education. In Indian classical and instrumental music, violin maestro VG Jog stands out as one of the finest exponents of his art. His honours include the Padma Bhushan, the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award, the Rajya Natak Award by the Government of West Bengal, the Kalidas Samman, the Bhuwalka Puraskar, and the Hafiz Ali Khan Award. Renowned vocalists and scholars such as CR Vyas, recipient of the Padma Bhushan, and KG Shinde and Raghunath Seth, both honoured by the Sangeet Natak Akademi, further strengthened the institute's classical lineage. Beyond classical and film music, Bhatkhande has played a crucial role in preserving India's folk and devotional traditions. Malini Awasthi, a leading exponent of folk music, has been honoured with the Padma Shri, the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award, the Uttar Pradesh Sangeet Natak Akademi Award, the Sahitya Jagriti Award, and the prestigious Kalidas Samman. Devotional singer Anup Jalota received the Padma Shri in 2012, while Shanti Hiranand was awarded the Padma Shri for her contribution to Indian classical music. The institute's legacy also includes stalwarts like Shanno Khurana, whose lifelong dedication to music earned her the Padma Shri in 1991 and the Padma Bhushan in 2006, marking a rare journey of sustained excellence. Singer Dilraj Kaur also got Sangeet Natak Akademi Award. Bhatkhande's influence has extended powerfully into Indian cinema, where its alumni have shaped the soundscape over generations. Among the most celebrated is Naushad, a titan of Hindi film music whose compositions bridged classical traditions with popular appeal. His accolades include the Padma Bhushan, the Dadasaheb Phalke Award, multiple Filmfare Awards, the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award, the Lata Mangeshkar Award, the Maharashtra Gaurav Award. Talat Mahmood, another brilliant singer, was the recipient of the Padma Bhushan. Music director Vijay Patil, popularly known as one half of the iconic duo Raam Laxman, carried this legacy forward, contributing timeless melodies to Indian cinema and reaffirming the institute's role in shaping mainstream music. The institute's relevance has only grown with time, as contemporary artistes trained at Bhatkhande continue to dominate today's music scene. Playback singer Neeti Mohan and Kanika Kapoor's reflect the institute's adaptability to evolving musical forms. The intellectual and artistic foundations of the institute were laid by legendary teachers whose influence continues to be felt. Among them was Pandit SN Ratanjankar and Begum Akhtar, whose association with the institute elevated its stature immeasurably. Another distinguished faculty member, Puru Dadheech, was honoured with the Padma Shri for his scholarship and service to Indian music....