On Tuesday, renowned folk singer and Padma Bhushan awardee Sharda Sinha passed away at the age of 72 due to multiple myeloma. Her death occurred around 9:20 PM while she was receiving treatment at AIIMS Hospital.
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Anshuman shared heartfelt words about Sharda Sinha
In a chat with ANI,Anshuman shared,”This is a sad time for us… She was very close to all of us. It was in her aura and singing that captivated everyone and this is a shocker for all of them. I am sure her loved ones will be as sad as me. Her motherhood was clearly visible in her songs as well as in her personality. She left us on the first day of Chhath Puja…She will always be there in the hearts of people…”
Anshuman said that this is an extremely sorrowful time for his family and close ones, as her passing happened on the first day of Chhath Puja. Her last rites will be performed on Wednesday morning, and her mortal remains will be taken to Patna.
He further added,”We have decided that the last rites of my mother (Sharda Sinha) will take place at the same place where my father’s last rite was performed… Therefore, we will take her mortal remains to Patna tomorrow…”
Anshuman’s post for Sharda ji
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Anshuman Sinha posted a heartfelt message on Instagram for his mother through Sharda Sinha’s official account. In the caption, he dedicated these words to her:“Post by Anshuman Sinha Aap sabki prarthna or pyar maa ke sath rahenge. Maa ko chhat maiyaan ne apne pass bula liya hai Maa ab sharirik roop se hum sab ke bich nahi rahi.
Your prayers and love will always be with Maa. Chhath Maiyaan has called Maa to be with her. Maa is no longer with us in physical form.”
PM Modi’s words for Sharda Sinha
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PM Modi also expressed his condolences for Sharda Sinha on X, formerly known as Twitter. He shared his feelings, saying, “I am deeply saddened by the demise of renowned folk singer Sharda Sinha ji. Her Maithili and Bhojpuri folk songs have been very popular for the last several decades.”
He added,”The echo of her melodious songs associated with the great festival of faith, Chhath, will last forever. Her demise is an irreparable loss for the music world. My condolences are with her family and fans in this hour of grief. Om Shanti!”
About Sharda Sinha
Born in 1952 in Bihar, she gained fame for her soulful voice and powerful performances. A recipient of the Padma Bhushan, she was celebrated for her contributions to folk music and devotional songs, especially those related to Chhath Puja.
Sharda Sinha was diagnosed with multiple myeloma, a type of cancer that affects plasma cells in the bone marrow.Some of her most famous songs include:Babool,Hardi Hardiya,Baba Nene Chaliyo-Maithili,Taar bijli,Madhushala,Chhath Maiya Ke Aarti (a popular devotional song dedicated to Chhath Puja).These songs, particularly in Maithili and Bhojpuri, earned her immense recognition and a special place in the hearts of her audience.
