Lata Mangeshkar had once moved Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru to tears with her song Ae Mere Watan Ke Login. But this was not the only time when Lata Mangeshkar had closely identified herself with the nation, especially when war clouds were on.
Known as the 'Queen of Melody' and the 'Nightingale of India,' Lata Mangeshkar had tested positive for COVID-19 with mild symptoms on January 8 and was undergoing treatment at a city hospital.
Lata Mangeshkar death: Legendary singer Lata Mangeshkar passed away on Sunday morning, triggering an outpouring of grief. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union minister Nitin Gadkari and others offered their condolences.
After learning of singing icon Lata Mangeshkar s demise, PM Modi took to his Twitter and informed that he will be paying his last respects in Mumbai. Will be leaving for Mumbai in some time to pay my last respects to Lata Didi.