Written By: Satata Karmakar | Published : February 24, 2021 2:41 PM IST
Famous Punjabi singer Sardool Sikander dies of COVID-19 at 60
Renowned Punjabi singer Sardool Sikander died at the age of 60 on Wednesday. Sikander had tested positive for COVID-19 and was undergoing treatment at a hospital in Mohali.
Punjab chief minister Capt Amarinder Singh took to Twitter to pay tribute to the singer. He wrote: "Extremely saddened to learn of the demise of legendary Punjabi singer Sardool Sikander. He was recently diagnosed with #Covid19 and was undergoing treatment for the same. The world of Punjabi music is poorer today. My heartfelt condolences to his family and fans."
Extremely saddened to learn of the demise of legendary Punjabi singer Sardool Sikander. He was recently diagnosed with #Covid19 and was undergoing treatment for the same. The world of Punjabi music is poorer today. My heartfelt condolences to his family and fans. pic.twitter.com/PDaELYIPbZ
Capt.Amarinder Singh (@capt_amarinder) February 24, 2021
According to the initial reports from the hospital, Sikander was also suffering from chronic kidney damage and other ailments. He is survived by his wife and two sons - Sarang and Alaap.
From Daler Mehendi to Kapil Sharma, tributes poured in following the death of the celebrated singer.
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Kapil Sharma (@KapilSharmaK9) February 24, 2021
Saddened by the demise of legendary Punjabi singer and music icon Sardool Sikander Ji. His death has left a big vacuum in Punjabi music industry and also in the hearts of millions of fans worldwide. My thoughts and prayers are with the family. RIP. pic.twitter.com/YrwtsHT0mN
Preneet Kaur (@preneet_kaur) February 24, 2021
Paying condolences to the family members of Sardool Sikander Ji whose contribution towards Punjabi music induatey is immense. May his soul rest in peace. pic.twitter.com/tCnn2hqFnk
Punjab Congress (@INCPunjab) February 24, 2021
Saddened to learn about the demise of legendary Punjabi playback singer Sardool Sikander. A huge loss to Punjabi movie & music Industry. Prayers for his family, friends & fans. May his soul rest in peace! pic.twitter.com/ED5O68HBkc
Sukhbir Singh Badal (@officeofssbadal) February 24, 2021
Renowned singer Harshdeep Kaur also took to Twitter and expressed anguish at the legendary singer's demise.
She wrote: "Bahut hi dukhad khabar... Saddened to hear about the demise of legendary Punjabi singer Sardool Sikander Ji. Huge loss to the music industry. Prayers for his family".
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