Veteran folk singer Sharda Sinha has been admitted to AIIMS Hospital in New Delhi. The condition of the Padma Bhushan awardee is critical and he is on ventilator support. His son Anshuman Sinha shared his health update on social media.

In a video, Anshuman told about his mother’s critical condition. He further appealed to Chhathi Maiya (Goddess Chhathi) to pray for his recovery. Sharda Sinha, famous for singing songs during Chhath festival, was admitted to AIIMS Delhi on October 25 due to illness. On October 27, Anshuman had shared the news of his hospitalization on social media.

During this time, Ramnath Thakur of Janata Dal (United) met him and requested the Director of AIIMS for the best possible treatment. However, his health remains critical.

Here is the video:

While Sinha continues treatment in the hospital, his son has released his new song, Dukhwa Mitayin Chhathi Maiya, ahead of Chhath 2024. Many social media users took to the comments section to pray for his speedy recovery.

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Sharda Sinha, also known as Bihar Kokila, is an acclaimed Indian folk singer, known for her contributions to Bhojpuri, Maithili and Magahi music. He has played an important role in popularizing the traditional music of Bihar. Some of his most famous songs include ‘Kahe toh se sajna’ and ‘Pehle pehl hum aane’. He was awarded the Padma Bhushan in 2018 for his contribution to Indian music and culture.