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Lata Mangeshkar death anniversary: Remembering the 'Nightingale of India' and her contribution to Indian music

Updated on: 06 February,2025 02:05 PM IST  |  New Delhi
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From "Pyaar Kiya To Darna Kya" to the patriotic "Ae Mere Watan Ke Logo," she sang in every genre imaginable, capturing the nuances of love, sorrow, joy, and patriotism

Lata Mangeshkar death anniversary: Remembering the 'Nightingale of India' and her contribution to Indian music

Lata Mangeshkar passed away on February 6 in 2022 at the age of 92. File pic/Rane Ashish

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Celebrated Indian singer Lata Mangeshkar passed away on February 6 in 2022 but her legacy will remain close to every Indian forever. 

With her melodious voice spanning generations and transcending language barriers, Mangeshkar's influence on the music industry is unparalleled.


Lata Mangeshkar's voice became synonymous with soulful, evocative singing. Spanning over seven decades, she recorded more than 30,000 songs in over 36 languages.


Whether it was the melancholic "Lag Jaa Gale" or the vibrant "Ajeeb Dastaan Hai Yeh," her voice resonated with audiences across the world.


Mangeshkar's songs have become timeless classics. From "Pyaar Kiya To Darna Kya" to the patriotic "Ae Mere Watan Ke Logo," she sang in every genre imaginable, capturing the nuances of love, sorrow, joy, and patriotism.

These songs continue to be passed down through generations, keeping her musical legacy alive.

Lata Mangeshkar's collaborations with India's most celebrated music composers and lyricists, including S.D. Burman, R.D. Burman, Madan Mohan, and Shankar Jaikishan, produced some of the most memorable hits of Indian cinema.

Her voice complemented the melodies of these musical maestros, creating magic that still resonates with fans of Hindi film music.

Lata Mangeshkar was the voice behind countless iconic Bollywood heroines, from Nargis and Madhubala to Sridevi and Aishwarya Rai.

Her ability to adapt her voice to match the personalities of different actresses made her the go-to playback singer for generations of filmmakers and actors.

Her contributions to music earned her numerous accolades, including the Bharat Ratna, India's highest civilian award.

Lata Mangeshkar was also honoured with Padma Bhushan, Padma Vibhushan, and several Filmfare Awards.

Lata Mangeshkar's voice had a unique quality--timeless, ageless, and capable of capturing a range of emotions.

She sang for generations of listeners, from the youth of the 1950s to the listeners of today.

Apart from her singing career, Lata Mangeshkar's philanthropic efforts earned her respect. She was involved in charity work, supporting causes ranging from education to healthcare.

Mangeshkar passed away at the age of 92, following a battle with multiple organ dysfunction syndrome. She had spent 28 days receiving intensive treatment for pneumonia and COVID-19.

After her death, Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the Mangeshkar family and her sister Asha Bhosle in Mumbai to offer his condolences, following a tribute to the legendary singer.

In honour of her immense contribution to Indian music and culture, the Government of India declared a two-day period of national mourning, with the national flag flown at half-mast from February 6 to 7 across the country.

Leaders from all walks of life, including the then President Ram Nath Kovind, Vice President Venkaiah Naidu, Prime Minister Modi, Union Ministers, Chief Ministers, along with members of the Indian music and film industries, celebrities, and fans, all expressed their sorrow and paid tribute to the musical icon.

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