Khel Ratna, Padmashree and Arjuna awardee Advani, only the second cueist after Malta's Paul Mifsud to win both the IBSF World billiards and snooker crowns, will be honoured for winning a remarkable 12 world titles.
Prior to the function scheduled for 8 p.M., Advani will conduct a clinic for a host of city's upcoming juniors from various clubs, at the CCI's Sir Wilson Jones Billiards Room.
"Pankaj is a phenomenon," said CCI president Kekoo Nicholson. "He is the perfect role model who has inspired a whole generation of players. He truly deserves this honour.