Birju Maharaj, legendary Kathak dancer, dies at 83
Legendary Kathak Dancer Birju Maharaj Passed Away, He Was 83
The legendary Kathak Dancer Birju Maharaj Passed Away in his home on early hours of Jan 17th.
His Grand Daughter confirmed the News.
Birju Maharaj was one of the popular and India's best know kathak dancer. Birju Maharaj from Lucknow Utter Pradesh.
He has 3 daughters and 2 Sons and 5 grand children.
He Was under going dialysis treatment.
Indian Prime Minister express his Condolence through twitter.
"Deeply saddened by the demise of Pandit Birju Maharaj ji, who gave Indian dance a special recognition world over. His passing is an irreparable loss to the entire art world. My condolences to his family and fans in this hour of grief," the Prime Minister said.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman described the artiste as a "legend of performing arts".
Rest In Peace Birju Maharaj
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