Bihar’s popular folk Singer Sharda Sinha, popularly known for her songs, “Tar Bijali” from Ganga of Wasseypur and “Kahe Toh Se Sajna” from Maine Pyaar Kiya, passed away on November 5, 2024, just two days before a holy festival, Chhat Puja. Recently, her husband, the late Brajkishore Sinha, passed away on September 22. After his death, On October 27, Sharda Sinha’s health deteriorated and she was admitted to the hospital. Later, she was on a ventilator in Delhi AIIMS on November 4 and passed away on October 5.
Furthermore, this news is heartbreaking for her fans, especially people who are from Bihar. On November 7, Bihari’s most popular festival, Chhath Puja will be celebrated. Without the voice of Sharda Sinha, the festival feels uncompleted. Before her death, her son, Anushuman, came live on YouTube and updated her about her health condition and requested not to circulate fake news.
In addition, she was admitted to the Institute Rotary Cancer Hospital (IRCH) which is the cancer institute of AIIMS. However, due to complications, she could not make it. Despite being ill, she released her song from the hospital for her fans. According to live mint reports, she was suffering from multiple myeloma, a type of blood cancer due to which the complications arose.
Moreover, after her death, Anshuman shared the news on social media. In addition, he said that his mother’s last rite “We have decided to perform the last rites of my mother at the same place where my father’s last rite was performed. We will take her mortal remains to Patna.” Later Manoj Tiwari confirmed that her family will perform the last rite on November 7.
Who is Sharda Sinha?
Bihar’s popular folk and classical singer, Sharda Sinha was born on October 1, 1952. She belonged to a singer family and started singing in Maithili and Bhojpuri languages. Her other name was Bihar Kokila, the cuckoo of Bihar. Furthermore, she explored and started singing in Hindi and Magadhi languages.
In 1970, she married Brajkishore Sinha and was blessed with two children, Anshuman Sinha and Vandana. In 2018, she was diagnosed with multiple myeloma, a blood poisoning. She took her last breath on October 5 at 09:20 pm. According to reports, she had complications related health and her health deteriorated after her husband’s death.
Celebrities’ Condolences on Sharda Sinha’s Death
On X, PM Narendra Modi paid tribute by writing, “I am deeply saddened by the death of popular folk singer, Sharda Sinha. Her Maithali and Bhojpuri folk songs have been popular for the last few decades. The echo of her sweet songs related to Chhath Puja, the great festival of faith, will always remain. The music world cannot endure the loss of her talent. My thoughts are with her family and all the fans in this hour of mourning. Om Shanti!”
Amit Shah also tributed on X, “I am deeply saddened by the demise of Sharda Sinha ji, who gave new heights to Indian music for more than five decades with her melodious voice. Sharda Sinha, famous as Bihar Kokila, made Maithili and Bhojpuri folk songs a hit among the masses and continued to mesmerize the film world as a playback singer. The folk rituals of Purvanchal seem incomplete without their voices. On this Chhath festival, his voice will make the devotees even more emotional.”
Manoj Tiwari also paid tribute, “The last glimpse of Sharda Didi ji, who spread the sweetness of Bhojpuri to the country and the world through Chhathi Maiya and devotional music, took place today at AIIMS Delhi. Didi Sharda’s demise is an irreparable loss for the Bhojpuri world and the country.”
Moreover, many other popular celebrities, such as Ravi Kishan, Nitish Yadav, and more paid condolence on the death of Sharda Sinha. She will be missed as we are unable to listen and new songs. But, her released songs will be in our hearts for the rest of our lives.
Popular Songs of Sharda Sinha
Here are some of the popular songs of Sinha Ji, who passed away last night. Her devotional and other folk songs are globally popular.
1. Dukhwa Mitayin Chhathi Maiya
2. Kahe Toh Se Sajna
3. Babul Jo Tumne Sikhaya
4. Dinanath
5. Taar Bijli
6. Chhathi Maii Ki Mahima
7. Chhath Ke Baratiya
8. Shiv Manat Nahin
9. Jagadamba Ghar
10. Ham Nahin Aju
11. Jai Jai Bhairavi
12. Bhola Ke Dekhela
13. Hey Mai Yehi Bidhi
14. Aaj Mata Hame
15. Mohi Lelkhin Sajni Mor Manwan
Bottom Line
Sharda Sinha was a popular singer who spread her songs like a medicine for people. Her Chhath songs are the main contribution that makes Chhath puja exciting. However, she passed away due to blood poisoning on October 5, 2024. At the beginning of the festive month, Chhath Puja will not be the same as every year but she will be present between us in her songs.
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