Legendary musician Padmavibhushan Pandit Jasraj passed away today at a New Jersy Hospital in the USA. He was 90.
Born on 28 January 1930, Pt Jasraj was an Indian classical vocalist of the Mewati gharana. His melodic profession crossed over 80 years and prompted various significant honors.
He was bestowed with Padma Shri (1975), Sangeet Natak Akademi Award (1987), Padma Bhushan (1990) and Padma Vibhushan (2000) besides many other prestigious awards.
International Astronomical Union (IAU) had named a minor planet, between Mars and Jupiter after ‘Pandit Jasraj’ as ‘Panditjasraj‘, which was discovered on November 11, 2006. (भारत के पहले संगीतकार जो चमकेंगे आसमान पर…)
Renowned personalities across the globe expressed their reactions on the sad demise of Pandit Jaraj:
Music legend and unparalleled classical vocalist Pandit Jasraj’s passing makes me sad. Spanning a distinguished career of over 8 decades, Pandit Jasraj, a Padma Vibhushan recipient, enthralled people with soulful renditions. Condolence to his family, friends & music connoisseurs.
— President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) August 17, 2020
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
Mahan shashtriya gayak aur maa Saraswati ke upasak Sangeet Martand Pandit Jasraj ji ke swargwas ki khabar sunkar mujhe aseem dukh hua. Ishwar unki aatma ko shanti de main yehi prarthana karti hun.
— Lata Mangeshkar (@mangeshkarlata) August 17, 2020
प्रसिद्ध गायक पद्मविभूषण पंडित जसराज निधन की खबर दुखद है। उनका जाना संगीत जगत की अपूरणीय क्षति है।ईश्वर आपको अपने श्री चरणों में स्थान दें। ॐ शांति @MinOfCultureGoI @tourismgoi @BJP4India @PMOIndia
— Prahlad Singh Patel (@prahladspatel) August 17, 2020
India has lost one of the greatest musicians of our times in passing away of Padma Vibhushan Pt. Jasraj. Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee gave him title of Rasraj ie king of emotin, mood, love.
May his legacy continue to inspire coming generations of musicians. pic.twitter.com/QpyqxhVHky— Sonal Mansingh (@sonal_mansingh) August 17, 2020
It’s indeed a very sad day for the world of music. Pandit Jasraj’s passing away marks the end of an era. His musical approach and genius endeared him to the planet. His legacy lives on timelessly. I will miss him immensely musically and personally! May his soul Rest In Peace 🙏 pic.twitter.com/L7IMZ0XujG
— Amjad Ali Khan (@AAKSarod) August 17, 2020
