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PRESIDENT OF INDIA CONDOLES THE PASSING AWAY OF MANNA DEY

Rashtrapati Bhavan : 24.10.2013

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee has condoled the passing away of Shri Manna Dey.

In a condolence message to his daughter, Smt. Shumita Deb, the President has said, "In the passing away of Shri Manna Dey, the nation has lost a veteran playback singer, a versatile artist of extraordinary ability and a creative genius who mesmerized listeners with his enchanting voice. The unique style of singing of this multi-talented singer shall always be remembered. The melodious songs sung in several languages that he has left behind will continue to enthrall music lovers forever”.

This release issued at 1130 hrs