GG News Bureau
New Delhi/Mumbai, 27th Feb. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed profound sorrow over the passing of the iconic singer, Pankaj Udhas. Remembering their several encounters, Prime Minister Modi hailed Pankaj Udhas as a luminary of Indian music, whose enchanting melodies resonated across generations.
The Prime Minister remarked that Udhas Ji’s departure leaves an irreplaceable void in the realm of music.
In a heartfelt post on X, Prime Minister Modi said, “We mourn the loss of Pankaj Udhas Ji, whose singing conveyed a range of emotions and whose Ghazals spoke directly to the soul. He was a beacon of Indian music, whose melodies transcended generations. I recall my various interactions with him over the years.
His departure leaves a void in the music world that can never be filled. Condolences to his family and admirers. Om Shanti.”
We mourn the loss of Pankaj Udhas Ji, whose singing conveyed a range of emotions and whose Ghazals spoke directly to the soul. He was a beacon of Indian music, whose melodies transcended generations. I recall my various interactions with him over the years.
His departure leaves… pic.twitter.com/5xL6Y3Sv75
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 26, 2024
Pankaj Udhas, one of India’s most renowned ghazal singers, passed away on Monday morning at the age of 72 after a prolonged illness. He was admitted to Breach Candy Hospital in Mumbai a few days ago.
Udhas was born in Gujarat in 1951 and began his musical career at a young age. He rose to prominence in the 1980s and 1990s with his distinctive style of singing ghazals, which set Urdu poetry to music. He was known for his soulful voice and his ability to connect with his audiences through his music. “Chitthi Aai Hai” and “Aa Gale Lag Ja” were instrumental in making Pankaj Udhas a beloved figure in India and beyond.
Udhas released over 20 albums during his career, and his songs have been featured in numerous films and television shows. He was also a popular live performer, and he toured extensively around the world.
Udhas was awarded the Padma Shri, one of India’s highest civilian honors, in 2006. He is survived by his wife, daughter, and a son.
