Hyderabad, Apr 12 (PTI) Telangana Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla, Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy and Union Minister G Kishan Reddy on Sunday condoled the demise of legendary singer Asha Bhosle.
Bhosle died at the age of 92 at a private hospital in Mumbai on Sunday following multiple organ failure.
The Governor described her as a “cultural icon” of the country whose incomparable voice defined Indian music for generations, a press communiqué from Lok Bhavan said.
“Her melodies are woven into the fabric of our nation and her legacy will resonate forever in the hearts of millions,” Shukla said.
The Governor extended his deepest sympathies to the bereaved family and her admirers across the globe.
Expressing deep anguish over the passing of Bhosle, Revanth Reddy said her demise is a significant loss to the nation’s cultural and artistic fraternity.
“The Chief Minister conveyed his sincere sympathies to the bereaved family members, admirers and the global music community, and prayed for eternal peace to the departed soul,” the Telangana CMO said in a post on ‘X’.
Revanth Reddy said Bhosle’s extraordinary contribution to Indian music, marked by unmatched versatility and excellence across decades and languages, leaves behind an enduring legacy that will continue to inspire generations.
Union Minister for Coal and Mines G Kishan Reddy in a post on ‘X’ said: “Deeply saddened by the passing of Smt. Asha Bhosle ji, one of India’s most iconic and versatile voices.” Kishan Reddy further said her extraordinary contribution to Indian music spans decades, transcending generations and linguistic boundaries.
Through her evergreen songs, she brought joy, emotion, and cultural richness to millions across the nation and the world, he said.
“My heartfelt condolences to her family, friends, and well-wishers. Om Shanti,” he added.
Telangana Pradesh Congress Committee (TPCC) president B Mahesh Kumar Goud, BRS working president K T Rama Rao and Telangana BJP president N Ramchander Rao were among those who offered their condolences over the demise of Bhosle. PTI VVK GDK VVK ROH
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