The esteemed Bhojpuri folk singer Sharda Sinha has left us, taking her last breath in the AIIMS hospital in Delhi. This news has plunged her admirers into profound sorrow. Known for capturing hearts with her melodious voice, Sharda's silence is deeply felt. Yet, her music will continue to entertain and keep her alive in the hearts of her listeners.
Son Anshuman Shares a Post
Her son, Anshuman Sinha, confirmed the heartbreaking news of Sharda Sinha's passing by sharing her image on social media. On her Instagram account, he posted, 'This is a post by Anshuman Sinha. Your prayers and love will always be with my mother. Chhathi Maiya has called her to her side. She is no longer with us physically.'
When is Sharda Sinha's Funeral?
On Wednesday morning, Sharda Sinha's mortal remains will be brought to Patna from Delhi. Her funeral preparations are underway, and it will take place in Patna where her family and close friends will gather to pay their last respects.
Prime Minister Modi Expresses Condolences
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his condolences over the demise of folk singer Sharda Sinha. Sharing a photo with Sharda, Modi wrote on X (formerly Twitter), 'Deeply saddened by the passing of the famous folk singer Sharda Sinha Ji. For decades, her Maithili and Bhojpuri folk songs have been immensely popular. Her enchanting songs related to the Chhath festival will continue to resonate forever. Her passing is an irreparable loss to the music world. In this hour of grief, my condolences are with her family and fans. Om Shanti!'
Last Song Released on Chhath Occasion
Sharda Sinha's final Chhath song was released just a day before her demise. Although the recording had already been done, her new songs usually released around the Chhath festival. On the very first day of Chhath, she bid farewell to the world. Her last Chhath song is titled 'Dukhwa Mitaiin Chhathi Maiya'.
Health Deteriorated on Monday
On Monday night, reports surfaced that Sharda's condition was critical, and she was on ventilator support. In 2018, she was diagnosed with multiple myeloma, a severe form of blood cancer, and had been undergoing treatment since then.
Her son, Anshuman Sinha, had been updating fans about her health on social media. During a live session on Sharda Sinha’s official YouTube channel, he shared that her condition was grave and the doctors were doing their utmost. Battling cancer, she was admitted to AIIMS, Delhi, on October 26.
Emotional, Anshuman revealed, 'This time, it's true news. Mother is on a ventilator. I have signed the consent. Please keep praying. This is a huge battle she's fighting. It's terribly difficult, really difficult this time. Pray she gets through this. This is the real update. I just saw her. May Chhathi Maiya bless her. The doctors mentioned there has been a sudden turn for the worse, and everyone is making efforts.'
Sharda Sinha in Shock After Husband's Passing
In September, Sharda Sinha's husband, Braj Kishore, passed away at the age of 80 due to a brain hemorrhage. They had been married for 54 years. Reports suggest that she was in shock after his death, and since then, her health had further declined. When admitted to the hospital in October, she reportedly had issues with eating, although no official updates came from the hospital or her family on these matters.
'Nightingale of Bihar' Sharda Sinha
Born on October 1, 1952, in Supaul, Bihar, Sharda Sinha sang predominantly in Maithili and Bhojpuri. She was honored with the Padma Shri in 1991 and the Padma Bhushan in 2018. Known as the 'Nightingale of Bihar', she also lent her voice to Bollywood and Bhojpuri films, but her Chhath songs brought her significant recognition.
Throughout her career, she released nine albums featuring 62 Chhath songs. Without her songs, people's Chhath celebrations feel incomplete. Her passing just before Chhath is an irreplaceable loss to Bhojpuri folk music.
