Renowned folk singer Sharda Sinha on ventilator, PM Modi closely monitoring condition

Beloved folk singer Sharda Sinha, celebrated for her soulful Bhojpuri and Maithili renditions, has been placed on ventilator support at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) following a severe health complication. The hospital confirmed her critical condition on Tuesday.

The 72-year-old Padma Bhushan awardee, originally from Bihar, was admitted to AIIMS, Delhi, last week. Hospital officials revealed that she was placed on oxygen support after complications stemming from her ongoing battle with cancer.

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed deep concern and is actively monitoring Sinha’s condition, staying in direct communication with the medical team overseeing her care. In a message shared by AIIMS on X (formerly Twitter), the Prime Minister extended his prayers for her swift recovery, highlighting her contributions to Indian folk music.

Anshuman Singh, Sinha’s son, addressed the public via her official YouTube channel, describing this as a deeply challenging time. "Doctors are doing their best as my mother remains on life support. She is critically ill, but fighting hard," he stated. He also dispelled rumours circulating on social media about her demise, urging well-wishers to continue their prayers.

Sharda Sinha’s voice has long been a cultural beacon, bringing the traditional sounds of Bihar to the national stage. Her fans and the music community nationwide continue to hope for her recovery.