Kathak legend Pandit Birju Maharaj has passed away at the age of 83.
Kathak Maestro Pandit Birju Maharaj has passed away. (file photo)
Kathak Maestro Pandit Birju Maharaj has passed away, a member of his family announced on Monday. He was 83.
Pandit Birju Maharaj was an exponent of the Kalka-Bindadin Gharana of Lucknow. Pandit Birju Maharaj received India’s second highest civilian award, the Padma Vobhushan, in 1984 for his services to the field of dance.
Vocalist Adnan Sami expressed his condolences on Twitter, saying: “We have lost an unprecedented institution in the performing arts field. He influenced many generations with his genius.”
Extremely saddened by the news of the death of legendary Kathak dancer Pandit Birju Maharaj ji.
We have lost an unprecedented performing arts institution. He influenced many generations with his genius.
Rest in peace.#BirjuMaharaj pic.twitter.com/YpJZEeuFjH– Adnan Sami (@AdnanSamiLive) January 16, 2022
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Singer Malini Awasthi said: “Maharaj ji, who spread the glorious traditions of Kalikabindadin ji around the world, has merged with infinity.”
— Malini Awasthi (@maliniawasthi) January 17, 2022
BJP National Vice President Baijayant Jay Panda also expressed his sadness.
The nation has lost a priceless gem!
Saddened by the passing of legendary Kathak dancer and Padma Vibhushan awardee Pandit #BirjuMaharaj of the.
My thoughts and prayers are with the bereaved.
Om Shanti pic.twitter.com/x6HeUKQic3— Baijayant Jay Panda (@PandaJay) January 17, 2022
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