Asha Bhosle, singing legend passes away in Mumbai; tributes pour in | LIVE

Maharashtra Governor Jishnu Dev Varma has expressed condolences on the demise of legendary playback singer Padma Vibhushan and Maharashtra Bhushan Smt Asha Bhosle. 

In a condolence message, the Governor writes:

“Smt Asha Bhosle was one of the most accomplished and versatile playback singers India has seen. Her melodious voice, her ability to sing different genres of music and her vast and varied contribution to Indian music have left an indelible mark on generations of music lovers in India and across the world. 

In a career spanning almost eight decades, she enriched the cultural fabric of India with numerous unforgettable songs across different languages and genres. 

Her artistry, passion, and eloquence will continue to inspire musicians and music lovers alike. 

Her famous song ‘Jo Bhi Hai Bus Yehi Ek Pal Hai’ had become the philosophy of her life. 

Asha Ji’s demise is an irreparable loss to the world of music, more so to the State of Maharashtra. 

Asha Ji had close association with our family having married to R D Burman. 

On behalf of the people of Maharashtra and on my own behalf, I pay my homage to the late Asha Ji and convey my heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family, admirers, and the entire music fraternity.”

-THB