Veteran Bengali singer-songwriter Pratul Mukhopadhyay has passed away. He was 83, reports UNB.
After a prolonged illness, he breathed his last in the early hours of Saturday, leaving behind an unparalleled legacy in Bengali music. True to the spirit of his own song, it seemed as though he had set sail on an 'unknown sea'.
Mukhopadhyay had been battling health complications since the beginning of the year and was undergoing treatment at a government hospital under the supervision of West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee.
A long-time admirer of his music, the Chief Minister ensured that he received proper medical care during his final days.
Pratul Mukhopadhyay was best known for his soul-stirring compositions, including Ami Banglar Gaan Gai and Ochena Sagore Dinga Bhasiyechi, songs that remain deeply etched in the hearts of his listeners. His music resonated with themes of identity, belonging, and the spirit of Bengal.
Following his demise, the Bengali music fraternity has been left grief-stricken.
Pratul Mukhopadhyay’s contributions to Bengali music remain invaluable, and his passing marks the end of an era. Fans and well-wishers are mourning the loss of an artist whose melodies will continue to inspire generations to come.
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