Arko Pravo Mukherjee: Lataji’s songs are the only silver lining in today’s cloudy skies

Legendary Indian

singer

Lata Mangeshkar

passed away

this morning in Mumbai at the age of 92. The daughter of Daughter of Pandit Deenanath Mangeshkar and Shevanti Mangeshkar, had an illustrious career that spanned seven decades and she won multiple awards during her inspiring journey. Also known as the

Nightingale of India

, Lata Mangeshkar’s passing has left fans, friends and the

music

industry deeply moved. Words of grief and condolences poured in for the veteran singer as many shared how they felt for her and her songs.

‘She remains with us eternally though music’
Arko Pravo Mukherjee says he will never forget the late singer and her music. The

Bollywood

singer-songwriter and music composer shares, “The one name that is synonymous with music and shall remain so forever has left us for heavenly abode. Lataji’s legacy and her songs are immortal and that is the only silver lining in today’s cloudy skies. She remains with us through music, eternally ��.”

The late singer will be cremated with full state honours in Mumbai's

Shivaji park

this evening. Calling Lata ji a stalwart of Indian culture, PM Narendra Modi said he was “anguished beyond words” at the news of her demise. As per reports, he is likely to attend the state funeral in the city.