New Delhi: President Ram Nath Kovind, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and several other leaders condoled the passing away of legendary singer, Bappi Lahiri today.He was 69.
According to reports he was being treated for multiple illness.
Here is who leaders reacted:
Shri Bappi Lahiri Ji’s music was all encompassing, beautifully expressing diverse emotions. People across generations could relate to his works. His lively nature will be missed by everyone. Saddened by his demise. Condolences to his family and admirers. Om Shanti. pic.twitter.com/fLjjrTZ8Jq
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 16, 2022
Deeply pained by the demise of veteran music composer & singer Bappi Lahiri ji. My heartfelt condolences to his family, friends and admirers. ॐ शांति
— Nitin Gadkari (@nitin_gadkari) February 16, 2022
Humble tributes to Tatya Tope ji, one of the prominent leaders during the first war of independence in 1857, on his birth anniversary. He fought most valiantly against the British. His struggle and supreme sacrifice shall always be remembered.
— Ashok Gehlot (@ashokgehlot51) February 16, 2022
A legend rests in peace.
Deeply saddened by the demise of popular music composer & singer Sh Bappi Lahiri Ji.
My condolences to his family, fans & admirers.
Om Shanti! pic.twitter.com/UYSNvMVZIZ— Hardeep Singh Puri (@HardeepSPuri) February 16, 2022
Another legend with golden voice is no more!
Shocked to hear about the demise of rockstar @BappiLahiri.
His music will always remain in our hearts.
Om Shanti!! ? pic.twitter.com/4QenAGrBoN
— Sambit Patra (@sambitswaraj) February 16, 2022
Extremely saddened by the passing away of the great music icon Bappi Lahiri Ji.
He introduced India to disco and revolutionized the Indian Music. His music will remain in our hearts forever.
Condolences to his family and admirers.
Om Shanti! pic.twitter.com/N7ONZuJGnU
— Biplab Kumar Deb (@BjpBiplab) February 16, 2022