UP CM Yogi Adityanath paid tribute to Kathak legend Pandit Birju Maharaj on his birth anniversary, praising his contribution to Indian classical dance. Taking to X, he wrote. "Humble tribute to 'Kathak Samrat', 'Padma Vibhushan' Pandit Birju Maharaj on his birth anniversary, who spread Indian art and culture on the global stage through his dance style and classical music singing."