Close X
Wednesday, November 6, 2024
ADVT 
Artists

Famous folk singer Sharda Sinha dies at 72

Darpan News Desk IANS, 05 Nov, 2024 12:28 PM
  • Famous folk singer Sharda Sinha dies at 72

New Delhi, Nov 5 (IANS) Famous folk singer Sharda Sinha died on Tuesday due to complications arising out of cancer. She was 72.

A few days ago, she was admitted to AIIMS in Delhi due to illness. On Monday, she was put on a ventilator when her health deteriorated.

Sharda Sinha's son Anshuman Sinha gave this information in a post on the social media platform Facebook.

He said, "All of you will always pray and love for the mother. Chhathi Maiya has called mother to her. She is no longer among us."

72-year-old Sharda Sinha, awarded with Padma Bhushan, is known for Maithili and Bhojpuri songs. Her popular songs include 'Vivaah Geet' and 'Chhath Geet'. She has also been awarded Padma Shri and Padma Vibhushan for her contribution in music.

Sharda Sinha was born on October 1, 1952, in Bihar’s Samastipur, in a family associated with music. She started her career with All India Radio and Doordarshan in 1980 and soon became famous for her powerful voice and emotional performance.

Sharda Sinha ruled the hearts of the common people of Bihar, Jharkhand and Uttar Pradesh with Chhath songs.

As the sad news about the death of the folk singer surfaced, condolence messages started pouring in on social media.

The last rites of the famous folk singer Sharda Sinha who died on Tuesday due to complications arising out of cancer will be held in Bihar, Patna.

MORE Artists ARTICLES

I Hope My Next Test Is Negative: Kanika Kapoor

I Hope My Next Test Is Negative: Kanika Kapoor
Kanika Kapoor tested positive for coronavirus on March 20, upon her return from London. The singer revealed the news via Instagram and has been under quarantine ever since.

I Hope My Next Test Is Negative: Kanika Kapoor

'Ramayan' Returns: Onscreen Ram, Sita Elated With Homecoming On DD

On Friday, Information and Broadcasting Minister Prakash Javadekar shared that Doordarshan will re-telecast the iconic show from Saturday on public demand.  

'Ramayan' Returns: Onscreen Ram, Sita Elated With Homecoming On DD

Hrithik's Quirky Post Urging People To Stay At Home

Hrithik's Quirky Post Urging People To Stay At Home
Hrithik Roshan's latest post is a hit, but for a change it is not the superstar but his pet dog that is drawing a lot of attention.

Hrithik's Quirky Post Urging People To Stay At Home

Bas Karo Workout Videos: Farah Khan To Other Celebs

Some celebrities love to stay fit and share videos of their workout sessions with fans in these times of total COVID-19 lockdown, but it seems like others are not pleased with the idea.

Bas Karo Workout Videos: Farah Khan To Other Celebs

Emraan Hashmi On COVID-19: All This Because Someone Wanted To Eat A Bat

While there is no scientific evidence yet to prove the coronavirus was first transmitted from a bat to a person who might have consumed the animal, actor Emraan Hashmi made such a case in his latest tweet with mock conviction.

Emraan Hashmi On COVID-19: All This Because Someone Wanted To Eat A Bat

Prabhas Gives 4 Crore For Fight Against COVID-19

Prabhas Gives 4 Crore For Fight Against COVID-19
"Baahubali" actor Prabhas became the latest Telugu star to donate for the cause of combating against the coronavirus pandemic.

Prabhas Gives 4 Crore For Fight Against COVID-19