‘Bihar Kokila’ Sharda Sinha No More, Condolences Pour In

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सुप्रसिद्ध लोक गायिका शारदा सिन्हा जी के निधन से अत्यंत दुख हुआ है। उनके गाए मैथिली और भोजपुरी के लोकगीत पिछले कई दशकों से बेहद लोकप्रिय रहे हैं। आस्था के महापर्व छठ से जुड़े उनके सुमधुर गीतों की गूंज भी सदैव बनी रहेगी। उनका जाना संगीत जगत के लिए एक अपूरणीय क्षति है। शोक की इस… pic.twitter.com/sOaLvUOnrW

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) November 5, 2024

PMNarendra Modi shared a post on X that read, "सुप्रसिद्ध लोक गायिका शारदा सिन्हा जी के निधन से अत्यंत दुख हुआ है। उनके गाए मैथिली और भोजपुरी के लोकगीत पिछले कई दशकों से बेहद लोकप्रिय रहे हैं। आस्था के महापर्व छठ से जुड़े उनके सुमधुर गीतों की गूंज भी सदैव बनी रहेगी। उनका जाना संगीत जगत के लिए एक अपूरणीय क्षति है। शोक की इस घड़ी में मेरी संवेदनाएं उनके परिजनों और प्रशंसकों के साथ हैं। ओम शांति! (Suprasiddh Lok Gaayika Shaarada Sinha Jee Ke Nidhan Se Atyant Dukh Hua Hai. Unake Gae Maithilee Aur Bhojapuree Ke Lokageet Pichhale Kaee Dashakon Se Behad Lokapriy Rahe Hain. Aastha Ke Mahaaparv Chhath Se Jude Unake Sumadhur Geeton Kee Goonj Bhee Sadaiv Banee Rahegee. Unaka Jaana Sangeet Jagat Ke Lie Ek Apooraneey Kshati Hai. Shok Kee Is Ghadee Mein Meree Sanvedanaen Unake Parijanon Aur Prashansakon Ke Saath Hain. Om Shaanti!)"

अपनी मधुर आवाज़ से पाँच दशकों से अधिक समय तक भारतीय संगीत को नई ऊँचाई देने वाली शारदा सिन्हा जी के निधन से अत्यंत दुःखी हूँ।

बिहार कोकिला के रूप में प्रसिद्ध शारदा सिन्हा जी ने मैथिली और भोजपुरी लोकगीतों को जन-जन का कंठहार बनाया और पार्श्व गायिका के रूप में फिल्म जगत को…

— Amit Shah (@AmitShah) November 5, 2024

"अपनी मधुर आवाज़ से पाँच दशकों से अधिक समय तक भारतीय संगीत को नई ऊँचाई देने वाली शारदा सिन्हा जी के निधन से अत्यंत दुःखी हूँ। बिहार कोकिला के रूप में प्रसिद्ध शारदा सिन्हा जी ने मैथिली और भोजपुरी लोकगीतों को जन-जन का कंठहार बनाया और पार्श्व गायिका के रूप में फिल्म जगत को मंत्रमुग्ध करतीं रहीं। पूर्वांचल के लोक संस्कार उनकी आवाज़ के बिना अधूरे लगते हैं। इस छठ महापर्व पर उनका स्वर भक्तों को निश्चय ही और भी भावुक करेगा। दुःख की इस घड़ी में मेरी संवेदनाएँ उनके परिजनों के साथ हैं। छठी मैया दिवंगत आत्मा को श्रीचरणों में स्थान दें। ॐ शांति शांति शांति। (Apanee Madhur Aavaaz Se Paanch Dashakon Se Adhik Samay Tak Bhaarateey Sangeet Ko Naee Oonchaee Dene Vaalee Shaarada Sinha Jee Ke Nidhan Se Atyant Duhkhee Hoon. Bihaar Kokila Ke Roop Mein Prasiddh Shaarada Sinha Jee Ne Maithilee Aur Bhojapuree Lokageeton Ko Jan-jan Ka Kanthahaar Banaaya Aur Paarshv Gaayika Ke Roop Mein Philm Jagat Ko Mantramugdh Karateen Raheen. Poorvaanchal Ke Lok Sanskaar Unakee Aavaaz Ke Bina Adhoore Lagate Hain. Is Chhath Mahaaparv Par Unaka Svar Bhakton Ko Nishchay Hee Aur Bhee Bhaavuk Karega. Duhkh Kee Is Ghadee Mein Meree Sanvedanaen Unake Parijanon Ke Saath Hain. Chhathee Maiya Divangat Aatma Ko Shreecharanon Mein Sthaan Den. Om Shaanti Shaanti Shaanti)," wrote Amit Shah on X.

Earlier, Ahead of the upcoming Chhath Puja celebrations, Prime Minister Narendra Modi reached out to her family, expressing concern for her health and offering any necessary support to assist with her medical care.

Who Is Sharda Sinha?

Sharda Sinha, a beloved folk singer renowned for her contributions to both regional and Bollywood music, has been admitted to the ICU at AIIMS Hospital in Delhi after her health took a downturn. The Padma Bhushan honouree has been in a state of grief since the recent passing of her husband, Brajkishore Sinha, who succumbed to a brain hemorrhage. Known affectionately as the 'Bihar Kokila,' Sinha, who has also received the Padma Shri and Padma Vibhushan, has reportedly been in shock since her husband’s passing, according to The Indian Express.

The 72-year-old Sharda Sinha has been fighting multiple myeloma, a form of blood cancer, since 2018. Her health deteriorated on Novemver 4, 2024, requiring ventilator support. An official statement from AIIMS indicated that the renowned singer is "hemodynamically stable but remains under continuous monitoring,” as per Hindustan Times.

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As per Bollywood Life, Sharda Sinha spent her early married life with her in-laws in Begusarai, where her mother-in-law held conservative views on women performing publicly. Although Sharda was permitted to sing devotional songs within the home, singing in public was strictly discouraged. After her marriage, the village head recognised her talent and approached her father-in-law, asking him to allow her to perform devotional songs at the local temple. While her father-in-law eventually consented, her mother-in-law remained opposed to the idea.

Originating from Bihar, Sharda Sinha went on to become a celebrated figure in Indian folk music, delivering iconic hits like ‘Kahe Toh Se Sajna’ and ‘Babul,’ which resonate especially during traditional festivities. She also lent her voice to Bollywood, notably singing in Anurag Kashyap’s ‘Gangs of Wasseypur’ Part II, where her folk songs brought an authentic regional flavour to the soundtrack. Recognised for her contributions to Indian music and culture, Sinha has received the prestigious Padma Shri in 1991 and the Padma Bhushan in 2018.

PM Modi Assures Full Support For Sharda Sinha’s Treatment

On Tuesday, November 5, Prime Minister Narendra Modi reached out to Anshuman Sinha, the son of acclaimed folk singer Sharda Sinha, to check on her health status. PM Modi offered full support for her treatment, expressing his concern for her recovery. Anshuman has been keeping fans updated on his mother’s condition, sharing regular updates through social media and various media channels.

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According to The Indian Express, Anshuman Sinha shared, “Yes, my mother is on a ventilator. Please keep praying—she’s fighting very hard. It’s incredibly difficult. Just pray that she pulls through. This is the real update; I just saw her. May Chhathi Maiya protect her. Right now, the doctors have informed us that her condition suddenly took a turn for the worse, but everyone is doing their best.”

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