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