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Legendary folk singer Sharda Sinha passes away on Chhath Puja, mortal remains reach Patna for last rites

November 6, 2024 at 08:55:25 AM GMT+5:30

Noted folk singer Sharda Sinha, fondly known as 'Bihar Kokila,' passed away on Tuesday (November 5) at around 9:20 pm due to refractory shock. Her son, Anshuman Sinha, informed that the last rites will be performed in Patna, as per her last wishes. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and BJP MP Manoj Tiwari expressed their condolences and assured to lend support for her final journey. Sharda Sinha's son remembered her as a person whose aura and singing touched the hearts of many and promised to keep her alive through her music.

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Honoring the Legacy of Bihar Kokila: Legendary Folk Singer Sharda Sinha

On November 5, 2023, the renowned folk singer Sharda Sinha, affectionately known as "Bihar Kokila," passed away at the age of 81 due to refractory shock. Her son, Anshuman Sinha, announced that her final rites would be held in Patna, in accordance with her last wishes.

Background

Born in 1942 in Bihar, Sharda Sinha began her singing career at a young age. Her distinctive voice and soulful melodies captivated audiences, earning her the title "Bihar Kokila," meaning "Cuckoo of Bihar." Over the course of her illustrious career, she released numerous albums and performed across India and internationally.

Sinha's music often focused on rural themes, celebrating the cultural heritage and folklore of Bihar. She sang about love, loss, social issues, and the struggles of the marginalized. Her songs resonated deeply with audiences, particularly in rural areas, who found solace and inspiration in her melodies.

Condolence and Legacy

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and BJP MP Manoj Tiwari expressed their heartfelt condolences on Sinha's passing. Modi praised her as a "legendary folk singer who enriched Indian music" and assured support for her final journey. Tiwari described her as a "true daughter of Bihar" whose voice would continue to inspire generations to come.

Anshuman Sinha remembered his mother as "a person whose aura and singing touched the hearts of many." He vowed to keep her legacy alive through her music, ensuring that her songs would continue to reach and inspire audiences.

Top 5 FAQs and Answers

1. Who was Sharda Sinha? A renowned folk singer from Bihar, known as "Bihar Kokila" for her distinctive voice and soulful melodies.

2. When and how did she pass away? November 5, 2023, at the age of 81, due to refractory shock.

3. Where will her final rites be performed? Patna, as per her last wishes.

4. What was the focus of her music? Rural themes, celebrating the cultural heritage and folklore of Bihar, often addressing love, loss, social issues, and the marginalized.

5. How will her legacy be preserved? Through her music, which will continue to be shared and appreciated by audiences, ensuring her impact on Indian folk music endures.

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