August 31 , 2019
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	- Google celebrated the 100th birth anniversary of renowned Punjabi poet, Amrita Pritam with a Google Doodle on August 31, 2019.
 
	- Amrit Kaur who became known by her stage name, Amrita Pritam was born in British India's Gujranwala, Punjab (present-day Pakistan).
 
 
	- Notable works include Kala Gulab and Pinjar.
 
	- The poet was known for her writings in the Punjabi language, Hindi and Urdu.
 
	- Famous Awards conferred to Amrita
	
		- 1981 - Bharatiya Jnanpith literary Award. 
 
		- 2005 - Padma Bhushan Award.
 
	
	 
                                 
                            
                                
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