Mr Nek Chand was awarded the Padma Shri in 1984.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday condoled the death of Nek Chand, the creator of Chandigarh's famous Rock Garden.
"Nek Chand-ji will always be remembered for his artistic genius and fabulous creation that is cherished by many. May his soul rest in peace," PM Modi said in a tweet.
Nek Chand, 90, died at the Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER) in Chandigarh on Monday.
He was suffering from diabetes, hypertension and cancer.