Music legend Pandit Jasraj, 90, passed away on August 17 at New Jersey, United States. With a career spanning over 80 years, he was a recipient of various prestigious awards and honours like the Padma Shri, Padma Bhushan, and Padma Vibhushan.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi said the music maestro's death has left a deep void in the country's cultural sphere. Taking to twitter, he said, "The unfortunate demise of Pandit Jasraj Ji leaves a deep void in the Indian cultural sphere. 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 unfortunate demise of Pandit Jasraj Ji leaves a deep void in the Indian cultural sphere. 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. pic.twitter.com/6bIgIoTOYB— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) August 17, 2020
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