New Delhi, April 12: Several leaders, including President Droupadi Murmu, Vice President CP Radhakrishnan, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla and Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Sunday condoled the demise of legendary playback singer Asha Bhosle.
The President said, “The demise of Asha Bhosle has left a deep void in the music world. Her illustrious career as an iconic singer defined an era of music in India. I have fond memories of meeting her personally. With her melodious and evergreen voice, she enriched Indian music for decades. Her music will remain immortal. Her demise is an irreparable loss for music lovers.”
The Vice President said that Asha Bhosle’s incomparable voice and musical legacy will continue to resonate in the hearts of millions and inspire generations to come.
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla said that Asha Bhosle, singing in Hindi, Marathi, and many other languages, established Indian music and cinema on the world stage. Her demise is a profound loss to the Indian art and music world.
Prime Minister Modi expressed his deep sorrow at the passing of Asha Bhosle. Her extraordinary musical journey, spanning decades, enriched our cultural heritage and touched countless hearts across the world. I will always cherish the moments spent with her.
Home Minister Amit Shah said that Asha Bhosle not only created a distinct identity with her melodious voice and unparalleled talent, but also enriched Indian music with her melodies. Her unique ability to adapt to every genre of music won everyone’s heart. Touching millions of hearts with her voice, Asha left an indelible mark on many languages, including Hindi, Marathi, Bengali, Tamil, Gujarati, as well as folk songs.
Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari expressed his heartfelt condolences to Asha Bhosle, the immortal voice of Indian music.
Congress National President Mallikarjun Kharge said that Asha Bhosle’s passing marks the end of an era in playback singing. A symbol of versatility and grace, her unique singing style has been admired by millions worldwide. A Padma Vibhushan recipient, she remains one of the most widely performed artists today.
The Leader of the Opposition (LoP) in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, said that Asha Bhosle’s art through her voice will always remain immortal. My condolences are with her grieving loved ones and fans in this hour of grief.