Legendary singer Lata Mangeshkar died in Mumbai's Breach Candy Hospital on Sunday. She was 92. She was cremated with full state honours at Mumbai's iconic Shivaji Park this evening. The funeral was attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Lata Mangeshkar was taken to the intensive care unit on January 8 after testing positive for COVID-19. On Saturday, her condition had deteriorated again and she had to be put on ventilator support. She was under medical observation. Lata Mangeshkar was being treated for both pneumonia and COVID-19. Her symptoms were mild but she was in ICU because of her age, family said.
Over the next few weeks, Lata Mangeshkar showed signs of improvement. However, on Saturday, hospital authorities said that Lata Mangeshkar had been put back on the ventilator after her health deteriorated, news agency ANI reported.
Lata Mangeshkar, a recipient of the Bharat Ratna, Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan and Dadasaheb Phalke Awards, was an icon of Indian cinema, having sung playback for an extensive list of Hindi films; she also sang in several regional languages including Marathi and Bengali.
Lata Mangeshkar, who belonged to a prominent musical family, also composed music as well as produced a handful of films. She was popularly known as the 'Nightingale of India.'
Prime Minister Narendra Modi was among the first ones to share the sad news and said he is "anguished beyond words".
"The kind and caring Lata Didi has left us. She leaves a void in our nation that cannot be filled. The coming generations will remember her as a stalwart of Indian culture, whose melodious voice had an unparalleled ability to mesmerise people," he tweeted.
Here are the highlights on Lata Mangeshkar's Death:
No cultural programmes will be organised in this duration.
Earlier, the Central Government declared two days of state mourning from February 6 to 7.
Lata Mangeshkar cremated in Mumbai with full state honours
"With the death of Lata Mangeshkar the subcontinent has lost one of the truly great singers the world has known. Listening to her songs has given so much pleasure to so many people all over the world," Pakistan PM tweeted.
Paid my last respects to Lata Didi in Mumbai. pic.twitter.com/3oKNLaMySB
- Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 6, 2022
#WATCH | State honour being given to veteran singer Lata Mangeshkar at Mumbai's Shivaji Park
- ANI (@ANI) February 6, 2022
(Source: DD news) pic.twitter.com/9fMvwyT9W6
"All public entertainment programs are prohibited and National Flag will be flown at half-mast," Chief Minister Basavaraja Bommai said in a statement.
The Central Government has also announced the two-day national mourning to be observed in the memory of Lata Mangeshkar.
#WATCH | Cricketer Sachin Tendulkar and actor Shah Rukh Khan pay last respect to veteran singer Lata Mangeshkar at Mumbai's Shivaji Park pic.twitter.com/r22Njpi4XW
- ANI (@ANI) February 6, 2022
Maharashtra CM Uddhav Thackeray and state minister Aaditya Thackeray pay last respect to veteran singer Lata Mangeshkar at Mumbai's Shivaji Park pic.twitter.com/FAto48ApZ0
- ANI (@ANI) February 6, 2022
Taking to Twitter, Ms Banerjee wrote, "I pay my heart-felt tribute to the departed icon of India, Bharat Ratna Lata Mangeshkar. While offering my sincerest condolences to her family and the billions of admirers that she leaves behind all over the world, I express my deepest sadness at the demise of the genius that the Nightingale of India truly was."
Chief Minister MK Stalin, in his message, said she touched the heart of everyone with her renditions.
"Deeply pained to know that the 'Nightingale of India' Lata Mangeshkar has passed away. With a career spanning eight decades, she has touched the heart of every India with her mellifluous renditions in various languages. I convey my heartfelt condolences to her family and fans," he said in a tweet.
Leader of Opposition in the Maharashtra Assembly Devendra Fadnavis said with Mangeshkar's death, the country has not only lost a voice, but the soul of Indian music.
The 92-year-old singer died at a Mumbai hospital on Sunday morning due to multiple organ failure.
#WATCH | Prime Minister Narendra Modi attends state funeral of veteran singer Lata Mangeshkar https://t.co/6nEuiFXXXo
- ANI (@ANI) February 6, 2022
Ms Tendulkar arrived at the Breach Candy hospital in Mumbai, where the legendary singer took her last breathe. The former cricketer also said the iconic singer will always continue to live in our hearts through her music.
"I consider myself fortunate to have been a part of Lata Didi's life. She always showered me with her love and blessings. With her passing away, a part of me feels lost too. She'll always continue to live in our hearts through her music,"Mr Tendulkar tweeted.
#WATCH | Prime Minister Narendra Modi attends state funeral of veteran singer Lata Mangeshkar https://t.co/6nEuiFXXXo
- ANI (@ANI) February 6, 2022
Prime Minister Narendra is at Mumbai's iconic Shivaji Park where Lata Mangeshkar's cremation with full state honours will be held.
After legendary singer Lata Mangeshkar's death on Sunday morning, members of the Hindi film fraternity were pictured at the late singer's Mumbai residence. Shraddha Kapoor, whose late maternal grandfather, singer Pandit Pandharinath Kolhapure, was Lata Mangeshkar's cousin, was also photographed at Lata Mangeshkar's house on Sunday afternoon. Read more
#WATCH Amitabh Bachchan arrives to pay last respects to singer Lata Mangeshkar at her 'Prabhukunj' residence in Mumbai pic.twitter.com/BKzJflbLpX
- ANI (@ANI) February 6, 2022
Will be leaving for Mumbai in some time to pay my last respects to Lata Didi.
- Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 6, 2022
Deeply saddened by the passing of the legendary singer, #LataMangeshkar. She was an unparalleled musician who has left an indelible mark on the history of Indian music. Her contributions will be remembered forever. Heartfelt condolences to her bereaved family and friends. pic.twitter.com/HzPkwu27p4
- Pinarayi Vijayan (@vijayanpinarayi) February 6, 2022
Deeply saddened to know about the passing away of legendary singer Bharat Ratna #LataMangeshkar ji. She was the melodious voice of India, who dedicated her life to enriching Indian music in her more than 7 decades long rich contribution. pic.twitter.com/oIXyl55Xl5
- Ashok Gehlot (@ashokgehlot51) February 6, 2022
Deeply saddened to know about the passing away of legendary singer #LataMangeshkar. The 'Melody Queen of India' leaves a void in our collective consciousness. She will live through her melody for eternity. My thoughts & prayers are with the bereaved family & her countless fans.
- Naveen Patnaik (@Naveen_Odisha) February 6, 2022
Deeply saddened by the news of @mangeshkarlata Ji's passing away. She leaves behind a huge legacy of songs which will be treasured for generations to come.May her soul rest in peace. Condolences to the family. #NightingaleofIndia #LataMangeshkar pic.twitter.com/svW9iZsQb4
- Boney Kapoor (@BoneyKapoor) February 6, 2022
Feb 6 is a dark day for us - the legend who has given us a treasure trove of lilting songs, the Nightingale of India, Lataji, has left us to continue her divine music in heaven🙏 It is a personal loss for me as our affection & admiration for each other was mutual❤️ pic.twitter.com/zTUjlw9D7y
- Hema Malini (@dreamgirlhema) February 6, 2022
Deeply saddened to hear about the demise of Lata ji. Her melodious songs touched millions of people around the world. Thank you for all the music and the memories. My deepest condolences to the family & the loved ones. 🙏
- Virat Kohli (@imVkohli) February 6, 2022
End of an ERA. A Leagend ascends to the HEAVENS. RIP @mangeshkarlata Ji. Your voice will forever be enriching our soul. 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏 pic.twitter.com/jJzMXq1HZ1
- Ranganathan Madhavan (@ActorMadhavan) February 6, 2022
सुर व संगीत की पूरक लता दीदी ने अपनी सुर साधना व मंत्रमुग्ध कर देने वाली वाणी से न सिर्फ भारत बल्कि पूरे विश्व में हर पीढ़ी के जीवन को भारतीय संगीत की मिठास से सराबोर किया।
- Amit Shah (@AmitShah) February 6, 2022
संगीत जगत में उनके योगदान को शब्दों में पिरोना संभव नहीं है।
उनका निधन मेरे लिए व्यक्तिगत क्षति है। pic.twitter.com/uRwKwZa4KG
#WATCH Melody queen Lata Mangeshkar awarded the nation's highest civilian honour, Bharat Ratna in 2001
- ANI (@ANI) February 6, 2022
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Lata Mangeshkar sang this evergreen number in 1964 and the nation was ready to fall in love for such was the power of the singer's voice. Transcending boundaries of region and language, Lata Mangeshkar became an indelible part of every Indian's life ever since her debut as a singer in the 1940s.
She sounded like an angel and now she becomes one.
- Boman Irani (@bomanirani) February 6, 2022
Rest in peace Lata Didi.
Everlasting Peace.#LataMangeshkar
One of the greatest Indians and most compassionate and loving souls, and the finest voice, @mangeshkarlata didi, departed for her heavenly abode this morning.
- Aaditya Thackeray (@AUThackeray) February 6, 2022
Suddenly the world of music is devoid of its most beautiful personification.
Om Shanti 🙏🏻
Heartbroken, but blessed to have known & loved this incredible soul...Lataji holds a place in our hearts that will never be taken by anyone else. That's how profoundly she has impacted our lives with her music.
- Anil Kapoor (@AnilKapoor) February 6, 2022
May she rest in peace & light up the heavens with her brightness 🙏🏻 pic.twitter.com/HjgIQyE7mo
An icon a legend .. words will always fall short. Thank you for your glorious voice Lata ji. It will resonate worldwide for generations to come. RIP .
- Shahid Kapoor (@shahidkapoor) February 6, 2022
Meri Awaaz Hi Pehchaan Hain, Gar Yaad Rahe...and how can one forget such a voice!
- Akshay Kumar (@akshaykumar) February 6, 2022
Deeply saddened by the passing away of Lata Mangeshkar ji, my sincere condolences and prayers. Om Shanti 🙏🏻
Lata-ji's demise is heart-breaking for me, as it is for millions the world over. In her vast range of songs, rendering the essence and beauty of India, generations found expression of their inner-most emotions. A Bharat Ratna, Lata-ji's accomplishments will remain incomparable. pic.twitter.com/rUNQq1RnAp
- President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) February 6, 2022
