Praful Dave (born 30 March 1951) is an Indian singer who primarily sings Gujarati language bhajans and folk songs.

Early life and education 
He was born on 30 March 1951 in Amreli, Gujarat. His parents are Devsankar Dave (Father) and his mother’s name is Maniben.

Career 
He used to be a doctor however, he then decided to become a singer. He started his music career with the Gujarati folk song ‘Maniyaro’ in 1976.

In 2012 he was a winner of the Kavi Kag Award.

He received the Sahitya Gaurav Puraskar from the Gujarat State Government. He also received Asmita Sanman Puraskar for Culture Award in 2023.

Family 
He married Bhartiben Kunchala and they have a daughter, Ishani and a son, Hardik. Both are singers.

Selected works 

 Jaag Re Maalan Jaag
 Ke Odhni Odhu Odhu Ne Udi Jaye
 Adal Sonaran Badal Sonaran
 Jode Rahejo Raaj
 Mari Hundi Swikaro
 Aavi Rudi Ajwali Raat

References 

Indian male folk singers
Living people
Indian singer stubs
Singers from Gujarat
1951 births

People from Amreli district