Among them, noted singer Sharda Sinha's Chhath Geet remain the most favourites among listeners. Unfortunately the 'Bihar Kokila' died on November 5, 2024 - the first day of Chhath Puja this year.

Known for hits like "Vivaah Geet" and "Chhath Geet", her immense contributions to Indian music were honored with the Padma Shri in 1991 and the Padma Bhushan in 2018. Sinha also lent her voice to ...