Indian classical singer Pandit Jasraj passes away at 90

On Monday, Indian vocalist Pandit Jasraj passed away at the age of 90 in New Jersey, United States due to cardiac arrest, he is survived by his wife Madhura Shantaram, son, Shaarang Dev Pandit, and daughter, Durga Jasraj, the news of his demise announced by his daughter.

Durga Jasraj, in an official statement, said, “With profound grief, we inform, that Sangeet Martand Pandit Jasraj Ji breathed his last this morning at 5:15 am EST due to a cardiac arrest, a home in New Jersey, USA. May Lord Krishna welcome him lovingly through the doors of heaven, where Pandit Ji will now sing Om Namo Bhagwate Vasudevaya exclusively just for his beloved Lord. We pray that his soul rests in eternal musical peace. Thank you for your thoughts and prayers. Pandit Jasraj ji’s family, and the students of Mewati Gharana.”

Padma Vibhushan Pandit Jasraj passes away in New Jersey, US at the age of 90 pic.twitter.com/NlJFJzhF7W

— ANI (@ANI) August 17, 2020

Prime Minister Narendra Modi mourned the death of the vocalist on his Twitter handle, sharing pictures with him, he tweeted, “The unfortunate demise of Pandit Jasraj Ji leaves a deep void in the Indian cultural sphere. Not only were his renditions outstanding, he also made a mark as an exceptional mentor to several other vocalists. Condolences to his family and admirers worldwide. Om Shanti.”

Check out the tweet here: 

The unfortunate demise of Pandit Jasraj Ji leaves a deep void in the Indian cultural sphere. Not only were his renditions outstanding, he also made a mark as an exceptional mentor to several other vocalists. Condolences to his family and admirers worldwide. Om Shanti. pic.twitter.com/6bIgIoTOYB

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) August 17, 2020

Pandit Jasraj had turned 90 in January this year. His musical career has crossed over more than 80 years and he had won many prestigious awards including Padma Shri, Padma Bhushan, and Padma Vibhushan. His performances of classical and semi-classical vocals have become albums and film soundtracks.

May his soul rest in peace!