Bappi Lahiri, Composer-Singer passes away in Mumbai

Music composer and singer Bappi Lahiri, who popularised disco music in India in the 80s and 90s, died at Mumbai's CritiCare Hospital on Wednesday. He was 69. "Lahiri had been admitted to the hospital for a month and was discharged on Monday. But his health deteriorated on Tuesday and his family called for a doctor to visit their home. He was brought to the hospital. He had multiple health issues. He died due to OSA (obstructive sleep apnea) shortly before midnight," Dr Deepak Namjoshi, director of the CritiCare Hospital in Juhu said. Prime Minister Narendra Modi said people across generations could relate to his works and that his lively nature would be missed by all. 

Shri Bappi Lahiri Ji’s music was all encompassing, beautifully expressing diverse emotions. People across generations could relate to his works. His lively nature will be missed by everyone. Saddened by his demise. Condolences to his family and admirers. Om Shanti. pic.twitter.com/fLjjrTZ8Jq

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 16, 2022

Vice President Venkaiah Naidu said India lost yet another veteran singer and composer with Lahiri’s death. Vice President Venkaiah Naidu said India lost yet another veteran singer and composer with Lahiri’s death.  Home minister Amit Shah said Lahiri’s demise leaves a big void in the world of Indian music.