The Nightingale of India, Lata Mangeshkar, has passed away at the age of 92 on February 6th, 2022. In memory of the legendary singer, two days of national mourning will be observed in India. The national flag flying at half-mast for two days, as a mark of tribute.
Prime minister Narendra Modi mourned the loss of Bharat Ratna awardee saying,” The Coming generations will remember her as the stalwart of Indian culture whose melodious voice had an unparalleled ability to mesmerize people.”
Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat also condoled the death of Lata Mangeshkar saying the loss to him was inexplicable.
“It is difficult to describe in words the pain felt by the people of the entire country due to the demise of Lata Mangeshkar. May God give her family the patience to bear this loss. I pay tribute to her on behalf of myself and the Sangh,” the RSS chief said.
Paying tribute to the singing icon, Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik said that the ‘Melody Queen of India’ leaves a void in our collective consciousness. “Deeply saddened to know about the passing away of legendary singer #LataMangeshkar. The ‘Melody Queen of India’ leaves a void in our collective consciousness. She will live through her melody for eternity. My thoughts & prayers are with the bereaved family & her countless fans,” he tweeted.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath also expressed his condolences saying, “Swara Nightingale, ‘Bharat Ratna’ Respected Lata Mangeshkar ji’s demise is an extremely sad and irreparable loss to the art world.”
Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel also condoled Lata’s death and said “Received sad news about the demise of Swar Kokila Lata Mangeshkar ji. With his singing in more than thirty languages, he has recorded notes all over the world. India has lost a gem today. May God give strength to his family members and loved ones. Peace”
Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, in his condolence message, said that Lata Mangeshkar was an unparalleled musician who conquered the hearts of the world with her melodious voice.
Expressing condolences, Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot tweeted, “Deeply saddened to know about the passing away of legendary singer Bharat Ratna #LataMangeshkar ji. She was the melodious voice of India, who dedicated her life to enriching Indian music in her more than 7 decades-long rich contribution. Her demise is a great loss to the world of music.”
