Famous folk singer Sharda Sinha is no more among us. She died at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Delhi. She was ill for a long time. She breathed her last at 9.20 pm tonight. According to the information received, Sharda Sinha died at 9.20 pm due to refractory shock as a result of septicemia.

Treatment was going on in AIIMS
Sharda Sinha was admitted to AIIMS when her health deteriorated. When her health did not improve and her condition became critical, she was put on a ventilator. Prime Minister Narendra Modi also inquired about the health of this Swar Kokila of Bihar. The PM spoke to Sharda Sinha's son Anshuman Sinha over the phone and inquired about his mother's health. According to reports, Sharda Sinha was suffering from multiple myeloma (a type of blood cancer).

Wave of grief, fans disappointed
After receiving the news of Sinha's death, a wave of grief has spread across the country and the world including Bihar. His fans and listeners are unable to believe his death. Sharda Sinha's fans are disappointed. The government honored Sharda Sinha with Padma Bhushan for her contribution in the field of music. Union Minister Giriraj Singh expressed grief over the demise of Sharda Sinha and said- "Sharda Sinha ji, a heart-touching singer of our culture, who adorned the great festival of Chhath with her melodious voice, is no longer among us. Her contribution is invaluable to our folk culture, her voice will remain alive in every faith and every festival. May God give peace to her soul and give strength to her family in this difficult time. Sharda ji, your memories and songs will always remain in our hearts. Tribute"

Son had told, mother is on ventilator

Anshuman Sinha, son of the folk singer who ruled the hearts of the common people of Bihar, Jharkhand and Uttar Pradesh with Chhath songs, had told on his YouTube channel, "This time it is true news, mother is on ventilator." Sharda Sinha was admitted to AIIMS for the last few days. From there, he had released an audio song of a new song of the great festival of faith Chhath, 'Dukhva Mitaai Chhathi Maiya'. 72-year-old Sharda Sinha, awarded with Padma Bhushan, is known for Maithili and Bhojpuri songs. Her popular songs include 'Vivaah Geet' and 'Chhath Geet'. She has also been awarded Padma Shri and Padma Vibhushan for her contribution to music.