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Folk singer Maithili Thakur recently arrived in Patna and remembered the late Sharda Sinha ahead of Chhath Puja. She expressed that the entire country would miss Sinha's voice, especially during the festival. Sharda Sinha, known as Bihar Kokila, was celebrated for her Bhojpuri and Maithili folk music and iconic Chhath songs. Meanwhile, Thakur has joined the BJP and might contest the upcoming Bihar assembly elections from Alinagar constituency.

Key Points: Maithili Thakur Remembers Sharda Sinha Ahead of Chhath Puja

  • Maithili Thakur arrived in Patna and remembered Sharda Sinha ahead of Chhath festivities
  • Sharda Sinha was known as Bihar Kokila and passed away in November 2024
  • Sinha received Padma Bhushan in 2018 and a National Film Award for her work
  • Her iconic Chhath festival songs became synonymous with the Bihar celebration
  • Maithili Thakur formally joined BJP and may contest from Alinagar constituency
  • Bihar assembly elections are scheduled for November 6 and 11 this year
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Country will miss her: Maithili Thakur remembers late singer Sharda Sinha ahead of Chhath Puja festivities

Folk singer Maithili Thakur pays tribute to the late Padma Bhushan awardee Sharda Sinha, saying the entire country will miss her iconic Chhath festival songs.

"Not just me, the entire nation will miss her. She connected the country with the emotion of Chhath, with just her voice. - Maithili Thakur"

Patna, October 14

Folk and devotional singer Maithili Thakur remembered late folk singer Sharda Sinha, following her arrival in Patna on Tuesday.

Speaking to ANI, Maithili reflected on the upcoming Chhath Puja festivities and said that the country will miss Sharda Sinha and her music. Sinha was honoured with the Padma Bhushan in 2018 and had also received a National Film Award for her contributions to regional cinema.

"Not just me, the entire nation will miss her. Those from Bihar living outside India will also miss her. She connected the country with the emotion of Chhath, with just her voice. We all will miss her," the singer said.

Sharda Sinha, affectionately known as the "Bihar Kokila," was a beloved figure in the Indian music world, celebrated for her deep-rooted contribution to Bhojpuri and Maithili folk music. Sinha, 72, passed away on November 5, 2024, after a prolonged battle with multiple myeloma, a form of blood cancer.

Her death followed a recent decline in her health, which led to her being placed on life support just days before her passing. Her demise was a loss felt deeply across India, and tributes poured in from various quarters.

Sharda Sinha was particularly noted for her iconic renditions of songs for the "Chhath Mahaparv" festival, a key cultural celebration in Bihar. Her music became synonymous with this grand festival, dedicated to worshipping the Sun God.

Beyond her regional influence, Sinha's music bridged the gap between local and national folk traditions, earning her widespread admiration.

Having begun her musical career in the 1970s, Sharda Sinha had an illustrious career that spanned decades.

Meanwhile, Maithili Thakur's arrival in Patna came amid speculations that she might contest in the upcoming Bihar assembly elections. While she initially refrained from confirming the details, the possibility, the folk formally joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Tuesday.

Maithili is likely to contest the upcoming state assembly elections from Alinagar in Darbhanga, according to the sources.

The polling for Bihar's 243-seat Assembly is scheduled to take place on November 6 and November 11, with the counting set for November 14.

- ANI

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Rohit P
As someone living in Delhi, I can confirm that Biharis across India will miss her voice this Chhath. Her music connected us to our roots no matter where we were. Truly a national treasure!
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Meera T
While I respect Maithili Thakur's tribute, I wish she had focused more on Sharda ji's legacy rather than mixing it with political announcements. Some things should remain above politics.
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Aditya G
Sharda Sinha wasn't just a singer - she was the voice of Bihar's culture. Her Chhath songs will echo through generations. The Padma Bhushan was well-deserved recognition for her immense contribution to Indian folk music.
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Sarah B
Even though I'm not from Bihar, I've always admired Sharda Sinha's music. She had this incredible ability to convey emotions through her voice that transcended language barriers. A true legend of Indian folk music!
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Karthik V
This Chhath Puja won't be the same without her voice. Her songs were like prayers themselves. Hope the younger generation like Maithili Thakur can carry forward this beautiful musical tradition 🎵

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