Lataji never missed PM Modi’s birthday. Prime Minister Modi too made sure to wish her on the legendary singer’s birth anniversary.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday remembered Bharat Ranta-awardee Lata Mangeshkar on her 95th birth anniversary and recalled their ‘special bond.’
PM Modi pays tribute to ‘didi’ Lata Mangeshkar
In a post on X, PM Modi said, “Remembering Lata Didi on her birth anniversary. She will always live on in the hearts and minds of people due to her soulful songs. Lata Didi and I had a special bond. I have been fortunate to receive her affection and blessings.”
Lata Mangeshkar, known as the Indian nightingale, passed away on February 6, 2022.
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Lata Mangeshkar-PM Modi’s bond
On a personal level, Lataji was deeply affectionate towards her Narenbhai. He was one of the first to call her on her birthday every year on 28 September.
On her last birthday when we spoke to her she had said, “My day started with a call from one brother Narenbhai, and ended with a call from my other brother Hridaynath. What more could I ask for?”
Lata Mangeshkar was born into a family of performers; her father managed a theatre company, and her sisters, Asha Bhonsle and Usha Mangeshkar, are also renowned singers. Teaming up with her sister Asha, who was known for more sensual songs, Lata Mangeshkar held a prominent position in the film music industry.
