'Her melodious songs of Chhath': PM Modi mourns passing of iconic folk singer Sharda Sinha

Credit: IndiaTimes- Published on November 5, 2024
Veteran Indian folk singer Sharda Sinha, renowned for her contributions to Bhojpuri, Maithili, and Hindi music, passed away at 72. Prime Minister Modi and Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar led tributes, remembering her iconic voice, especially her renditions associated with the Chhath Puja festival.

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