Bhojpuri folk singer Sharda Sinha has passed away. She took her last breath at AIIMS hospital in Delhi. This is deeply saddening news for her fans.
Known for winning hearts with her melodious voice, Sharda is now silent forever. However, her voice will continue to entertain her admirers, keeping her alive in everyone’s memories.
Anshuman Sinha confirmed the news of Sharda Sinha's passing by sharing her photo. On the singer’s Instagram account, he posted a heartfelt message, saying, "Posted by Anshuman Sinha. Your prayers and love will always be with Mom. Chhathi Maiya has called her close. Mom is no longer with us in physical form."
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed deep sorrow over the passing of folk singer Sharda Sinha. Sharing a photo with her on X (formerly Twitter), Modi wrote, "Deeply saddened by the passing of the renowned folk singer Sharda Sinha Ji. Her songs in Maithili and Bhojpuri have been immensely popular for decades. Her melodious songs associated with the revered festival of Chhath will continue to resonate forever. Her departure is an irreparable loss to the music world. In this moment of grief, my heartfelt condolences are with her family and admirers. Om Shanti!"
On Monday night, news emerged that Sharda Sinha's condition was critical, and she had been placed on ventilator support. In 2018, she was diagnosed with multiple myeloma, a severe type of blood cancer, and had been undergoing treatment since then.
Sharda Sinha's son, Anshuman Sinha, had shared health updates on social media. Going live on Sharda Sinha’s official YouTube channel, Anshuman had explained that his mother’s condition was serious and that the doctors were doing everything they could. She had been fighting cancer and was admitted to AIIMS, Delhi, on October 26.
An emotional Anshuman shared, "This time, the news is real. Mother is on a ventilator. I just signed the consent form. Please keep praying. She’s been through a tremendous battle, and it’s really difficult this time. Just pray that she pulls through. This is the real update—I just saw her. May Chhathi Ma bless her. The doctors told me her case has suddenly worsened, and they’re doing everything possible.”