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Padma Vibhushan Classical Singer Pandit Jasraj Dies At 90

Pandit Jasraj

Renowned classical vocalist Padma Vibhushan awarded Pandit Jaraj dies of cardiac arrest in US at 90. The singer breathed his last at 5:15 am EST (2:45 pm IST).

In a statement made by Durga Jasraj says:

“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,” 

Pandit Jasraj was a legendary vocalist with an outstanding career of 80 years. He was honoured with many prestigious awards that included Padma Shri, Padma Bhushan and Padma Vibhushan. 

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