Lucknow loses a gem Padma Shri Dr Yogesh Praveen

Renowned historian and Padma Shri Dr Yogesh Praveen passed away in Lucknow earlier today. An expert in the history and culture of Avadh, specifically Lucknow, Dr Yogesh had written over two dozen books.
Because of his expertise in the history and culture of Avadh, he has been part of several films based on it. He has also written the lyrics for the Shyam Benegal directed film Junoon. His inputs were also taken for the film Umraao Jaan.
On being awarded the Padma Shri last year, Praveen, author of countless books, essays, poems, and stories on Awadh and Lucknow, had said the honour had come late, but he felt good about it."It feels great to be honoured with such a prestigious award. I would like to specially mention my mother because she contributed immensely in getting this award as she kept me going and always motivated me, unhone mujhe kabhi tutne nahi diya.”
Apart from books he also published poetry. He had received a National Award for his book 'Lucknow Nama'. He had received several other awards, including the UP Ratna Award (2000), the National Teachers Award (1999), the Yash Bharti Award (2006), and the UP Sangeet Natak Academy Award (1998).