Within the newest episode of Mann Ki Baat on Sunday, September 28, 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi took a second to honour two iconic voices of Indian music—Lata Mangeshkar and Zubeen Garg. The tribute got here on the event of Lata Didi’s 96th start anniversary and shortly after the premature demise of Zubeen Garg.
PM Narendra Modi calls Zubeen Garg “Kohinoor of Assamese Tradition”; remembers Lata Mangeshkar on 96th start anniversary
Talking concerning the legendary Nightingale of India, PM Modi stated, “As we speak is the start anniversary of Lata Mangeshkar… Her songs comprise every little thing that stirs human feelings. The patriotic songs she sang impressed folks. She additionally had a deep reference to Indian tradition.” He additionally recalled her admiration for Veer Savarkar, stating, “Veer Savarkar is without doubt one of the nice personalities who impressed Lata Didi, whom she used to name ‘Tatya’. She sang lots of Veer Savarkar’s songs in her personal voice.”
Sharing private reminiscences, the Prime Minister revealed a long-standing bond with the singer, saying, “My bond of affection with Lata Didi has at all times remained intact. She used to ship me a Rakhi yearly with out fail. Sudhir Phadke, an important persona of Marathi Sugam Sangeet, was the primary one to introduce me to Lata Didi. I advised her that I beloved the music Jyoti Kalash Chhalke, sung by her and composed by Sudhir Phadke Ji.”
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— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) September 28, 2025
PM Modi additionally remembered Zubeen Garg, calling him the “Kohinoor of Assamese tradition.” He mirrored on the singer’s affect, saying, “Amidst Assam celebrating the start centenary of Bhupen Hazarika, a number of days in the past, a second of unhappiness too descended. Individuals are mourning the premature demise of Zubeen Garg. Zubeen Garg was a famend singer who made his mark throughout the nation. He had a deep reference to Assamese tradition. Zubeen Garg will at all times stay etched in our reminiscences, and his music will proceed to captivate generations to return.”
The 52-year-old singer handed away not too long ago in a scuba diving accident, leaving followers and the music fraternity in shock.
Additionally Learn: Zubeen Garg’s spouse requests withdrawal of FIRs in opposition to shut household pal Siddharth: “I hope the final rites for his departure go peacefully”
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