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Folk singer Sharda Sinha, known as the voice of Chhath, has passed away at the age of 72.

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Folk singer Sharda Sinha, voice of Chhath, dies at 72

Her songs resonated with the legacy of generations of folk singers who preceded her, with a voice that was both earthy and full of nostalgic warmth. Known as the ‘Begum Akhtar of Mithila,’ she was the voice behind Chhath Puja and countless celebrations, both within the region and beyond. Folk singer Sharda Sinha, 72, passed away on Tuesday night (November 5, 2024), while undergoing treatment at AIIMS Delhi. An AIIMS official reported that Sharda Sinha passed away at 9:20 p.m. due to refractory shock caused by septicemia. Sinha was beloved for her folk songs like “Kartik Maas Ijoriya” and “Koyal …

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Pankaj Udhas, the renowned ghazal singer, has sadly passed away following a prolonged battle with illness.

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Ghazal Singer Pankaj Udhas Passes Away

Ghazal maestro Pankaj Udhas, aged 72, has peacefully departed after a prolonged illness on February 26th. Renowned ghazal singer Pankaj Udhas, aged 72, has passed away today, February 26, following a prolonged illness, as confirmed by his family. The family released a statement expressing their deep sorrow, informing the public about the demise of the Padmashri awardee. Pankaj Udhas breathed his last at 11 AM at Mumbai’s Breach Candy Hospital, where he was undergoing treatment for cancer, a diagnosis he received a few months ago. His daughter Nayaab also shared the news on social media. The final rites are scheduled …

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Manohar Joshi, who used to be the Chief Minister of Maharashtra and was a strong leader of the Shiv Sena party, passed away at the age of 86.

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Former Maharashtra Chief Minister Manohar Joshi passed away

Today, Manohar Joshi, a former Chief Minister of Maharashtra and a prominent figure in the Shiv Sena, passed away at a Mumbai hospital at the age of 86. KNOW MORE ABOUT : Manohar Joshi Former Maharashtra Chief Minister and prominent Shiv Sena leader, Manohar Joshi, passed away today at a Mumbai hospital at the age of 86. He had been admitted to Hinduja Hospital on February 21 following a cardiac attack and was under intensive care. Joshi’s funeral procession is scheduled to commence after 2 pm, and he will be cremated at Dadar crematorium with state honors. Manohar Joshi held …

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