'His Lively Nature Will Be Missed': PM Modi, Kejriwal on Bappi Lahiri's Demise

.Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi on Wednesday, 16 February, expressed his condolences at the demise of singer-composer Bappi Lahiri. The legendary musician passed away late on Tuesday evening in a hospital in Mumbai following multiple health issues.

"Shri Bappi Lahiri Ji’s music was all-encompassing, beautifully expressing diverse emotions. People across generations could relate to his works," PM Modi tweeted on Wednesday, adding that he was saddened by his demise.

Shri Bappi Lahiri Ji’s music was all encompassing, beautifully expressing diverse emotions. People across generations could relate to his works. His lively nature will be missed by everyone. Saddened by his demise. Condolences to his family and admirers. Om Shanti. pic.twitter.com/fLjjrTZ8Jq

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 16, 2022

President Ram Nath Kovind also condoled his demise, calling him a "matchless singer-composer."

Shri Bappi Lahiri was a matchless singer-composer. His songs found popularity not only in India but abroad. His diverse range included youthful as well as soulful melodies. His memorable songs will continue to delight listeners for long time. Condolences to his family and fans.

— President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) February 16, 2022

Home Minister Amit Shah tweeted that Lahiri's demise would leave a "big void in the world of Indian music."

Pained to learn about the passing away of legendary singer and composer, Bappi Lahiri Ji. His demise leaves a big void in the world of Indian music. Bappi Da will be remembered for his versatile singing and lively nature. My condolences to his family and admirers. Om Shanti.

— Amit Shah (@AmitShah) February 16, 2022

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh also took to Twitter to say that he was deeply saddened by Lahiri's passing.

सुप्रसिद्ध संगीतकार बप्पी लहरी के निधन से अत्यंत दुख हुआ है। उन्होंने अनेक गीतों को अपने धुनों से सजाया। वे संगीत की बारीक और गहरी समझ रखते थे।

बप्पीदा सामाजिक सरोकारों के प्रति भी हमेशा जागरूक रहे। दुःख की इस घड़ी में मेरी संवेदनाएं उनके परिवार और प्रशंसकों के साथ हैं।ॐ शांति!

— Rajnath Singh (@rajnathsingh) February 16, 2022

Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal also tweeted his condolences, stating that his departure is a huge loss to the world of music.

मशहूर गायक एवं संगीतकार श्री बप्पी लहरी जी के निधन का दुखद समाचार मिला। बप्पी दा का जाना संगीत की दुनिया के लिए एक बड़ी क्षति है। ईश्वर दिवंगत आत्मा को अपने श्री चरणों में स्थान दें एवं परिजनों और उनके चाहने वालों को ये दुख सहन करने की शक्ति दें। 🙏

— Arvind Kejriwal (@ArvindKejriwal) February 16, 2022

West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee wrote that Lahiri, who hailed from North Bengal, had risen to all-India fame and success by the dint of his sheer talent and hard work.

We had conferred on him our highest state civilian award “Bangabibhushan" and will continue to remember the genius. My sincere condolences.(2/2)

— Mamata Banerjee (@MamataOfficial) February 16, 2022

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Jyotiraditya Scindia also expressed his condolences, calling Lahiri a "versatile voice that enthralled many generations."

The versatile voice that enthralled many generations is no more. However, Bappi Da will live on through his timeless music & inspire musicians to come. Pained by his demise. My condolences to his family, loved ones & admirers. Om Shanti

— Jyotiraditya M. Scindia (@JM_Scindia) February 16, 2022

Lok Sabha speaker Om Birla wrote that with his unique voice and amazing music, he made a mark on a global scale. People of all ages were fans of his tunes, he added.

प्रख्यात गायक-संगीतकार बप्पी लाहिरी जी का निधन दुखद है। अपनी अनूठी आवाज और अद्भुत संगीत से उन्होंने वैश्विक स्तर पर पहचान बनाई। हर उम्र के लोग उनकी धुनों के प्रशंसक थे। उनका निधन संगीत जगत के लिए अपूर्णीय क्षति है। ईश्वर दिवंगत आत्मा को शान्ति दे, परिजनों के प्रति संवेदनाएं।

— Om Birla (@ombirlakota) February 16, 2022

BJP leader Piyush Goyal wrote that Lahiri's departure is an irreparable loss to the Indian film and art world.

अपने मधुर संगीतों के माध्यम से करोड़ों दिलों में जगह बनाने वाले प्रसिद्ध गायक बप्पी लहरी जी के निधन के समाचार से दुखी हूं।

उनका जाना, भारतीय फिल्म एवं कला जगत के लिए अपूरणीय क्षति है। ईश्वर दिवंगत आत्मा को शांति तथा शोकाकुल परिजनों एवं प्रशंसकों को संबल प्रदान करें। ॐ शांति pic.twitter.com/bobjYHGLoQ

— Piyush Goyal (@PiyushGoyal) February 16, 2022

Rajyavardhan Rathore also condoled Lahiri's passing.

Saddened by the passing away of veteran singer & composer Bappi Lahiri Ji.

His demise is an irreparable loss to the Indian music Industry.

May Bhagwan grant peace to the departed soul & give strength to his family, friends & admirers to bear this loss. Om Shanti.

— RajyavardhanRathore (@Ra_THORe) February 16, 2022

Shiv Sena leader Priyanka Chaturvedi wrote that with Lahiri's passing, "yet another musical journey comes to an abrupt end."

With the passing of Sh. Bappi Lahiri yet another musical journey comes to an abrupt end. Loved his music, loved his chutzpah. My heartfelt condolences to his family, friends and fans worldwide.

— Priyanka Chaturvedi🇮🇳 (@priyankac19) February 16, 2022

Legendary Musician Passes Away

Lahiri was 69 years old.

Dr Deepak Namjoshi, director of the hospital, told PTI that Lahiri had been admitted to the hospital for a month and was discharged on Monday.

"But his health deteriorated on Tuesday and his family called for a doctor to visit their home. He was brought to the hospital. He had multiple health issues. He died due to OSA (obstructive sleep apnea) shortly before midnight," Namjoshi added.

The legendary musician is survived by his wife Chitrani Lahiri, daughter and singer Rema Lahiri Bansal and son Bappa Lahiri.