Music legend and the doyen of Indian classical vocal music Pandit Jasraj passed away at the age of 90 due to cardiac arrest, confirmed his daughter Durga Jasraj.
He was 90 years of age and was living in New Jersey state of United States. With a career spanning 80 years, Pandit Jasraj’s oeuvre ranged from the world stage to Indian film music.
Legendary Indian Classical singer Pandit Jasraj was born on January 28, 1930 in Pili Mandori, a village in the Hisar district of Haryana, in a family of Indian classical musicians.
Music legend and the doyen of Indian classical vocal music Pandit Jasraj passed away at the age of 90 due to cardiac arrest, confirmed his daughter Durga Jasraj.
Pandit Jasraj is a recipient of several accolades including the prestigious Padma Shri, Padma Bhusha and Padma Vibhushan.
He was 90 years of age and was living in New Jersey state of United States.
His death has left a deep void in the Indian cultural sphere, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Twitter, adding: “Not only were his renditions outstanding, he also made a mark as an exceptional mentor to several other vocalists. Condolences to his family and admirers worldwide. Om Shanti.”
The PM also shared some old pictures with the vocalist.
Reacting to the development, President Ram Nath Kovind expressed condolences and said: “Music legend and unparalleled classical vocalist Pandit Jasraj’s passing makes me sad. Spanning a distinguished career of over 8 decades, Padma Vibhushan Pandit Jasraj, enthralled people with soulful renditions. Condolence to his family, friends and music connoisseurs.”
Union Home Minister Amit Shah also tweeted:
Talking about Pandit Jasraj, Javed told Bombay Times, “It’s a terrible loss. He was one of the last standing giants in the world of classical music in India, a true legend that we had. I was fortunate to have had close relations with his family and him.
