<span style="color: #222222;">Veteran actor Amitabh Bachchan has been named for the prestigious Dada Sahab Phalke award for his outstanding contribution to the film industry.<br />'' <br />'' In a tweet, Information and Broadcasting Minister, Prakash Javadekar said the legend who entertained and inspired for two generations has been unanimously selected for the award.<br />'' <br />'' The Minister said the entire country and international community is happy over his selection. Mr. Javadekar also congratulated him.<br />'' <br />''<br />''The award is conferred by the Government for outstanding contribution to the growth and development of Indian Cinema. It consists of a Swarn Kamal and a cash prize of ten lakh rupees.</span><br />