Renowned Singer Sharda Sinha Dies

Aakhir Tak – In Shorts

1. Renowned folk singer Sharda Sinha passed away at 72; she had been battling multiple myeloma since 2018.
2. Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed deep condolences and called her a ‘great figure of folk music’.
3. Sharda Sinha’s last pre-recorded song, “Dukhwa Mitayin Chhathi Maiya,” was released ahead of Chhath 2024.

Aakhir Tak – In Depth

Famed Bihar folk singer Sharda Sinha passed away on November 5 at the age of 72. She had been suffering from multiple myeloma, a type of blood cancer, since 2018. Sinha was admitted to AIIMS Hospital in New Delhi on October 27. Her son, Anshuman Sinha, confirmed her death on Instagram, writing, “Your prayers and love will always remain with my mother. Chhathi Maiya has called her to herself. She is no longer with us.”

Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed grief over her demise on X (formerly Twitter). He wrote, “Deeply saddened by the passing of renowned folk singer Sharda Sinha Ji. Her Maithili and Bhojpuri songs have been immensely popular for decades. Her melodious songs associated with the great festival of faith, Chhath, will continue to resonate forever. Her departure is an irreparable loss to the world of music. In this moment of grief, my heartfelt condolences are with her family and fans. Om Shanti!”

Sinha’s deteriorating health had raised concerns among her fans and well-wishers. Earlier, Prime Minister Modi assured support for her treatment. Sinha’s final pre-recorded song, “Dukhwa Mitayin Chhathi Maiya,” was released on November 4, ahead of Chhath 2024.

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