GUWAHATI, Dec 16: Prime Minister Narendra Modi today said Ustad Zakir Hussain‘s iconic performances and soulful compositions will contribute to inspire generations of musicians and music lovers, as he condoled the passing of the legendary Tabla maestro.
PM Modi took to ‘X’ and wrote:
“Deeply saddened by the passing of the legendary tabla maestro, Ustad Zakir Hussain Ji. He will be remembered as a true genius who revolutionized the world of Indian classical music. He also brought the tabla to the global stage, captivating millions with his unparalleled rhythm. Through this, he seamlessly blended Indian classical traditions with global music, thus becoming an icon of cultural unity.
His iconic performances and soulful compositions will contribute to inspire generations of musicians and music lovers alike. My heartfelt condolences to his family, friends and the global music community.”
The tabla maestro breathed his last in a San Francisco hospital following heart-related problems.
He was undergoing treatment at the hospital for the past two weeks and was later shifted to the ICU after his condition deteriorated where he breathed his last, his family confirmed on Monday.
Apart from Prime Minister Modi, people from all walks of life — from politicians to Bollywood celebrities to the common man — condoled his demise and hailed his contributions to the field of music and entertainment.
