Tue Nov 05 23:27:50 UTC 2024: ## Renowned Folk Singer Sharda Sinha Passes Away at 72
**New Delhi, October 25, 2023:** Eminent folk singer Sharda Sinha passed away at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in Delhi on Tuesday night, leaving a void in the world of music. The 72-year-old singer, known for her soulful voice and contributions to the folk music of Bihar, breathed her last after a prolonged illness. Her death, coinciding with the auspicious festival of Chhath, has cast a pall of grief over the state and the nation.
Sharda Sinha was born in Supaul district of Bihar on October 1st, 1952. Her voice resonated with the essence of rural life, and she was widely recognized for her powerful renditions of traditional folk songs.
The news of her passing has been met with an outpouring of condolences on social media. Many are sharing her iconic songs, including a popular track she sang at a family gathering six years ago, which is now going viral.
Sharda Sinha’s battle with illness had been ongoing for several years, and she was recently undergoing treatment at AIIMS. The singer, who was also a recipient of the “Bihar Ratna” award, will be deeply missed by her fans and the entire music community.
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