Pakistani singer Rahat Fateh Ali Khan was invited by the Oxford University of England to be graced with an honorary shield.
#honoured by the # Oxford University for # contribution to music. Missing my mentor Ustad Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan pic.twitter.com/LcLebDVEg0
— Rahat Fateh Ali Khan (@RFAKWorld) July 12, 2016
In recognition of his artistic services and contribution to music, the prestigious university honoured him with the shield.
He toured the university where a 200-year-old music room was opened for him to visit.
During the ceremony, the singer also performed with Oxford University’s Fusion Project students.
#honoured to receive #award from Oxford University. The fusion project students were amazing pic.twitter.com/gH1f5OqYqk
— Rahat Fateh Ali Khan (@RFAKWorld) July 12, 2016
“The award is to be given by Oxford University will not be just for me but for the entire Pakistani nation and its music industry,” Rahat said in a statement.
Attendees from across the globe praised Rahat for his outclass skills.
My most favourite @RFAKWorld awarded Lifetime Achievement Award by Oxford University @priyagupta999 @MadMasterr pic.twitter.com/HJDVaI7eaM
— Nadeem Malik (@nadeemmalik) July 12, 2016
While sharing the pictures on social media, Rahat Fateh Ali Khan paid tribute to his mentor Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan.
