MIRZAPUR (UP), Oct 2: Padma Vibhushan vocalist Pandit Chhannulal Mishra, a towering figure in Hindustani classical music, died early Thursday. He was 89.

His daughter said Mishra breathed his last around 4 am after a prolonged illness.

The vocalist had been living in Mirzapur with his youngest daughter’s family for some time.

According to sources, Mishra’s health deteriorated late Wednesday night and he was admitted to a hospital, where he died during treatment.

He is survived by three daughters and a son. His wife died four years ago. (Agencies)

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