Bhojpuri folk singer Sharda Sinha died on Tuesday at the age of 72. He breathed his last at Delhi’s AIIMS Hospital. While sharing Sharda Sinha’s photo, her son Anshuman Sinha confirmed the news of her demise. Following this news, many celebrities including Prime Minister Modi expressed grief over the demise of Sharda Sinha and termed it as an irreparable loss.
What did PM Modi say?
Prime Minister Narendra Modi wrote on Twitter: “I am extremely saddened by the demise of famous folk singer Sharda Sinha. The Maithili and Bhojpuri folk songs she sings have been very popular over the last few decades. The echo of her melodious songs related to great festival of faith, Chhath, will always remain. His disappearance is an irreparable loss to the world of music. My deepest condolences to his family and fans in this time of mourning.’
Giriraj Singh also expressed his regret.
Union Minister Giriraj Singh wrote, ‘Sharda Sinha ji, the soulful singer of our culture who graced the Chhath festival with her melodious voice, is no longer with us. His contribution is invaluable to our popular culture, his voice will remain alive in every faith and in every holiday. May his soul rest in peace and may God give strength to his family in this difficult time. Sharda ji, your memories and songs will always remain in our hearts.
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Rajnath Singh paid tribute
Union Defense Minister Rajnath Singh said, “I am deeply saddened by the demise of Smt. She was a versatile folk singer who popularized the Bhojpuri language among the masses. People will remember her songs for a long time. With her demise, ‘the world of folk music has lost an influential voice. In this time of grief, I express my deepest condolences to his heartbroken family and fans.’
What did Home Minister Amit Shah say?
Union Home Minister Amit Shah said, “I am deeply saddened by the demise of Sharda Sinha ji, who gave new heights to Indian music for over five decades with her melodious voice. Sharda Sinha, famous as Bihar Kokila , made popular Maithili and Bhojpuri songs a hit among the masses and continued to fascinate the film industry as a playback singer The folk rituals of Purvanchal seem incomplete without her voices In this Chhath festival, her voice will definitely thrill even more. to the devotees. My condolences to his family in this time of grief. May Chhathi Maiya place the soul of the deceased at your feet.
Kejriwal expressed regret
Former Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal wrote, “With the demise of folk singer Sharda Sinha ji, folk music has lost a priceless gem. Her sweet voice will always remain immortal among all of us. May Chhathi Maiya place your virtuous soul at your feet and give courage to the family and all your loved ones at this difficult time.
Know more about Sharda Sinha
Sharda Sinha was born on October 1, 1962 in Hulsa, Supaul district of Bihar. His father Sukhdev Thakur was the director. Sharda Sinha is married to Brajkishore Sinha, who retired from the post of deputy regional director of the Department of Education. Sharda Sinha first started singing Bhojpuri songs in 1974. Sharda Sinha got her first recognition in 1978 with the Chhath song ‘Uga Ho Suraj Dev’. Sharda Sinha sang for Bollywood in the film Maine Pyar Kiya in 1989, which was a huge hit.
