Tabla player Zakir Hussain.
Famous tabla player Zakir Hussain passed away on Sunday. He was suffering from heart-related problems after which he was admitted to the ICU of a hospital in San Francisco, USA. According to the information, 73-year-old musician Zakir Hussain, living in America, was suffering from blood pressure problem. Various leaders including PM Modi have expressed grief over the death of Zakir Hussain by tweeting. Let us know which leader said what.
Shivraj Singh Chauhan expressed grief
Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan said – “The demise of renowned tabla player Ustad Shri Zakir Hussain ji, honored with many awards like Sangeet Natak Akademi, Grammy, Padma Shri, Padma Bhushan and Padma Vibhushan, is an irreparable loss for the art and music world. May God grant peace to the departed soul and strength to the bereaved family and fans to bear this immense sorrow.
Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore expressed grief
Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore, BJP leader and minister in the Rajasthan government, said- “Ustad Zakir Hussain’s extraordinary mastery of the tabla has created a legacy in the world of music. My deepest condolences to his family, friends and the countless fans whose lives he touched.” Influenced by his artistry. His rhythm will always resonate in our hearts.”
Deepest condolences- Scindia
Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia tweeted on Zakir Hussain’s demise – “The beats of Zakir Hussain ji’s tabla spoke a universal language beyond boundaries, cultures and generations. The sound and vibrations of his rhythm will always resonate in our hearts. Will always resonate, Wow Taj! My deepest condolences to his family, fans and loved ones. Om Shanti.”
Which awards did Zakir Hussain receive?
Zakir Hussain was the eldest son of the great tabla player Allah Rakha. He followed his father’s footsteps and made a mark across the world. According to PTI, Zakir Hussain has received five Grammy Awards in his career, three of which were received at the 66th Grammy Awards earlier this year. Hussain, one of India’s most renowned classical musicians, was awarded the Padma Shri in 1988, the Padma Bhushan in 2002, and the Padma Vibhushan in 2023.
