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Ustad Ghulam Siraj Niazi, grandson of Padma Bhushan Ustad Mushtaq Hussain Khan from Rampur-Sahaswan Gharana, began his musical journey at the age of nine, excelling in 'Khayal Gayaki' and showcasing expertise in semi-classical and light vocal genres. With a career spanning three decades, he has performed globally, earning accolades, including a performance at Rashtrapati Bhavan for late President Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam. As Chairman of PUMHKA, established in memory of his grandfather, Niazi promotes Hindustani classical music globally, featuring artists like Pandit Shiv Kumar Sharma and Zakir Hussain . For 25 years, he has been promoting music education worldwide, transcending cultural boundaries through the Guru-Shishya Parampara. He lives in Hong Kong with his family.