Karachi:The 46th death anniversary of Ustad Hamid Hussain Khan, a celebrated sarangi player from Pakistan, was observed today. Ustad Hamid Hussain Khan, who passed away in Karachi in 1980, was a prominent figure in the world of classical music.

According to Radio Pakistan, Ustad Hamid Hussain Khan was born in Moradabad, British India, into a family with a rich musical heritage linked to the royal court of the Rampur State. This lineage, known in musical circles as the "Rampur Gharana," has made significant contributions to classical music.

Ustad Hamid Hussain Khan received his initial musical training from his maternal grandfather, Ustad Haider Bakhsh Khan, and his father, Ustad Abid Hussain Khan. He mastered the sarangi under the guidance of his maternal uncle, Ustad Ali Jan Khan. His career included affiliations with both Radio Pakistan and All India Radio, and his performances were acclaimed not only throughout the subcontinent but also internationally.