**Summary of Vice President’s Condolence Message for Asha Bhosle**
On April 12, 2026, the Vice President's Secretariat issued an official statement (Release ID: 2251259) regarding the passing of legendary singer Asha Bhosle. The Vice President of India, Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan, expressed deep sorrow and extended heartfelt condolences to the singer's family, admirers, and the wider music community.
In his tribute, the Vice President highlighted Bhosle’s "versatile voice" and her ability to master diverse musical genres, specifically noting her contributions to soulful ghazals and traditional bhajans. He emphasized that her musical legacy has left an "indelible mark on Indian music" and will continue to inspire future generations.
**Key Data Points and Information:**
* **Issuer:** Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan, Vice President of India.
* **Subject:** Demise of Asha Bhosle.
* **Date and Time of Release:** April 12, 2026, at 2:47 PM.
* **Location:** PIB Delhi.
* **Release ID:** 2251259.
* **Visitor Counter:** 473.
* **Reference Code:** PR/ASM/VM.
* **Social Media Handle:** @VPIndia.
* **Available Languages:** The release was made available in Urdu, Hindi, Marathi, Bengali, Bengali-TR, Gujarati, and Kannada.
Key Entities Referenced
Asha Bhosle: Legendary Indian playback singer whose demise is the subject of the official condolence message.
Vice President's Secretariat: The primary administrative office responsible for issuing official communications on behalf of the Vice President of India.
Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan: The Vice President of India who expressed condolences and issued the official tribute.
Vice President's Secretariat
Vice President condoles the demise of legendary
singer Asha Bhosle
Posted On: 12 APR 2026 2:47PM by PIB Delhi
The Vice President of India, Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan, has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of
legendary singer Asha Bhosle.
In a message, the Vice President said, “I am deeply saddened to learn of the passing of legendary singer
Asha Bhosle ji. My heartfelt condolences to her family, admirers, and music lovers.
Asha ji’s versatile voice allowed her to effortlessly transition across genres, mastering soulful ghazals and
traditional bhajans, leaving an indelible mark on Indian music.
Her timeless voice and musical legacy will continue to resonate in the hearts of millions and inspire
generations to come. Om Shanti.”
Deeply saddened by the passing of the legendary singer Asha Bhosle ji. My
heartfelt condolences to her family, admirers, and music lovers.
Asha ji’s versatile voice allowed her to effortlessly transition across genres,
mastering soulful ghazals and traditional bhajans, leaving…
— Vice-President of India (@VPIndia) April 12, 2026
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