Many leaders expressed grief over the demise of Sharda Sinha, funeral will be held at Gulbi Ghat in Patna.

Sharda Sinha Death: Folk singer Sharda Sinha, 72, breathed her last at Delhi AIIMS. This news shocked his well-wishers across the country. Chhath songs sung by Sharda Sinha are being played everywhere right now and in the midst of this great festival, the news of her demise has left fans dejected. Big leaders of the country including PM Modi expressed grief over his demise.

State Secretary of JDU Extremely Backward Cell, Prashant Bhavesh Kumar Kanhaiya expressed his deep sorrow and said that the news of the demise of the nightingale Sharda Sinha is extremely heart-wrenching. Through his melodious voice and folk music, he made not only Bihar but the entire country proud. The intimacy and culture that was reflected in his songs was priceless.

Pride, pride and pride of Bihar

Ashwini Choubey said that I had a family relationship with Sharda ji for the last 40 years and I am extremely saddened by the departure of a family member. Also, it is a matter of great sadness for the people of the country including Bihar that the pride, pride and glory of Bihar has now become the residents of Baukuntha. His passing seems like the end of an era. The real Saraswati Swarupa, who has been awakening the spirit of folk songs all over the world for the last five decades, has now departed from us.

irreparable loss to folk music and culture

BJP expressed grief, called it an irreparable loss State Bureau, Jagran, Patna: BJP State President Dr. Dilip Jaiswal and Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary said that Sharda Sinha's demise is an irreparable loss for the folk music and culture of Bihar. With his unique voice, he preserved the folk traditions of Bihar and made it famous in the country and abroad.

Awarded with Padmashree and Padma Bhushan

Jan Suraj Party (JSUPA) leader Prashant Kishore and acting president Manoj Bharti have expressed grief over the demise of famous folk singer Sharda Sinha. He said that the demise of Sharda Sinha is an immense sorrow for the entire country and especially for the people of Bihar. The folk songs sung by him have given a distinct identity to the culture of Bihar. Chhath festival is completed only with his songs. The country has also honored him with Padma Shri and Padma Bhushan for his contribution.

mortal remains will reach Patna

Sharda Sinha's mortal remains will be brought from Delhi to Patna by 9:40 am flight. It will be kept here at his residence for some time so that his loved ones can pay tribute to him for the last time. After this, his last journey will be taken out to Gulbi Ghat, where the last rites of his life will be performed. Crowds of her fans are likely to gather to get their last glimpse as she was not just a singer but a symbol of culture and tradition for Bihar. BJP MP Manoj Tiwari told that his funeral will be held with state honors in Patna.