Noted folk singer Sharda Sinha passed away at the age of 72 on November 5, 2024. She had been battling multiple myeloma, a type of blood cancer, since 2018. Recently, she was admitted to the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in New Delhi and was on ventilator support. Sharda Sinha's health had been deteriorating for some time now, especially after the death of her husband, politician Brij Kishore Sinha in September this year, which left her in shock. Before her demise, Prime Minister Narendra Modi had reached out to her family to inquire about her health and offered all necessary assistance for her ongoing treatment. Sinha’s passing marks the loss of a legendary voice in Indian folk music. Chhath Puja 2024 Songs by Sharda Sinha in Maithili and Bhojpuri: From ‘Dukhwa Mitayin Chhathi Maiya’ to ‘Uthau Suruj Bhaile Bihaan,’ Best Songs by the Indian Folk Singer for Chhath Mahaparv.

Sharda Sinha Dies at 72

Sharda Sinha, a proud Bihari, devoted her life to preserving and promoting folk music, with a special focus on Maithili and Bhojpuri traditions. She started her musical journey with traditional folk songs before branching into Hindi cinema. Over the years, her remarkable career saw her perform for dignitaries, including the Prime Minister of Mauritius, Navin Ramgoolam, during his visit to Bihar. Sinha’s contributions to the world of music have left an indelible mark, making her a beloved figure in the cultural landscape of India. Uma Ramanan, Popular Playback Singer, Dies in Chennai.

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Known for her contributions to Bihar's traditional folk music and her iconic Chhath Geet, Sharda Sinha was called Bihar Kokila. Her soulful voice popularised Bhojpuri, Maithili and Magahi music. Hits like "Kahe Toh Se Sajna" from Bollywood actor Salman Khan's debut movie Maine Pyar Kiya (1989), and "Pehle Pahil Hum Kayeni" solidified her legacy.

Sharda Sinha had also sung for other Bollywood films like Hum Aapke Hain Koun (1994) and Gangs of Wasseypur (2012). In 2018, Sharda Sinha was awarded the Padma Bhushan, the third-highest civilian award, for her immense contribution to Indian music and culture.

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