Renowned classical singer USTAD RASHID KHAN, undergoing treatment for prostate cancer at a Kolkata-based hospital, passed away this afternoon, as confirmed by officials. At the age of 55, the maestro, a member of the Rampur-Sahaswan Gharana and the great-grandson of gharana founder Inayat Hussain Khan, is survived by his wife, two sons, and a daughter. Despite the hospital’s best efforts, USTAD RASHID KHAN succumbed to his illness at approximately 3:45 pm.
Several prominent singers, including Rekha Bhardwaj and Sonu Nigam, have conveyed their sorrow over Khan’s passing on Instagram.
West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee expressed deep sorrow at the news, stating, “This is a great loss for the entire country and the entire music fraternity. I am in a lot of pain as I still can’t believe that Rashid Khan is no more.” She visited the hospital and stood beside the family members of the late singer.
Banerjee announced that USTAD RASHID KHAN would be accorded a gun salute and state honors before his last rites, scheduled for Wednesday. His body will be placed in a mortuary today, and on Wednesday, it will be taken to Rabindra Sadan, where admirers can pay their last respects.
The musician was on ventilation support. His health condition deteriorated following a cerebral attack last month.
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