Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed sorrow at the demise of Padma Vibhushan Pandit Chhannulal Mishra. The Prime Minister described the demise as an irreparable loss to the world of Indian music. Pandit Chhannulal Mishra dedicated his life to art and culture and elevated the musical tradition of the Banaras Gharana. He enriched the traditions and festivals of Kashi with his voice and songs. Every music lover in Bharat will continue to draw inspiration from his life, and Kashi will remember him through his bhajans in every celebration. The Prime Minister also appreciated Pandit Mishra’s contribution in bringing recognition to important folk traditions on the global stage. Modi said he had met Pandit Mishra several times, recalling that he had been one of his proposers in the 2014 elections and that Pandit Mishra's deep emotional connect with Kashi was unique. The Prime Minister expressed condolences to the bereaved family, stating that their grief is his personal grief.
The release was posted on October 2, 2025, at 3:44 PM by PIB Delhi. The release ID is 2174144.
Key Entities Referenced
Pandit Chhannulal Mishra: Deceased Indian Hindustani classical singer.
Padma Vibhushan: A high civilian decoration awarded by India.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi: Prime Minister of India, issuing a condolence message.
Kashi: City in Uttar Pradesh, important to Pandit Chhannulal Mishra's musical career and traditions.
Prime Minister's Office
Prime Minister Modi’s Condolence Message on the
Demise of Padma Vibhushan Pandit Chhannulal
Mishra
The Prime Minister described the demise of Pandit
Chhannulal Mishra as an irreparable loss for the
world of Indian music
Pandit Chhannulal Mishra elevated the musical
tradition of the Banaras Gharana to new heights: PM
Pandit Chhannulal Mishra enriched every festival of
Kashi with his voice and songs: PM
The Prime Minister said that every music lover in
Bharat will continue to draw inspiration from the life
of Pandit Chhannulal Mishra
The grief of his family is my personal grief: PM
Posted On: 02 OCT 2025 3:44PM by PIB Delhi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed deep sorrow at the passing away of Padma Vibhushan Pandit
Chhannulal Mishra ji.
The Prime Minister said that the demise of Pandit Chhannulal Mishra ji is an irreparable loss to the world of
Indian music. He remarked that Pandit Chhannulal Mishra dedicated his life to art and culture and played a
key role in taking the musical tradition of the Banaras Gharana to new heights.
Shri Modi noted that Pandit Mishra enriched the traditions and festivals of Kashi with his voice and songs. Be
it Holi at Manikarnika Ghat or his Kajri renditions in the month of Sawan, his music will forever resonate inKashi. The Prime Minister also appreciated Pandit Mishra ji’s contribution in bringing recognition to
important folk traditions on the global stage.
Sharing his personal experiences, the Prime Minister said that he had the privilege of meeting Pandit Mishra ji
several times and receive his affection. Recalling that Pandit Chhannulal Mishra ji had been one of his
proposer in the 2014 elections, the Prime Minister said that Pandit Mishra ji’s deep emotional connect with
Kashi was truly unique.
The Prime Minister further said that Pandit Mishra ji had often given him valuable suggestions regarding the
development and traditions of Kashi. Shri Modi also remembered how he had visited his residence during the
150th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, a memory that feels especially vivid as he pens this message on
Gandhi Jayanti.
The Prime Minister said that although Pandit Mishra ji is no longer physically present, every music lover in
Bharat will continue to draw inspiration from his life, and Kashi will remember him through his bhajans in
every celebration.
Expressing his condolences to the bereaved family of Pandit Mishra ji, the Prime Minister said that their grief
is his personal grief. He prayed that Baba Vishwanath grant Pandit Chhannulal Mishra ji a place at His feet
and give strength to his well-wishers in this hour of sorrow.
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