On Monday PM Narendra Modi expressed his condolences over the demise of lyrist, singer, and music director Prafulla Kar, saying that he will be remembered for his pioneering contribution to Odia culture and music.
PM Modi tweeted, “Anguished by the passing away of Shri Prafulla Kar Ji. He will be remembered for his pioneering contribution to Odia culture and music. He was blessed with a multifaceted personality and his creativity was reflected in his works. Condolences to his family and admirers. Om Shanti.”
The legendary musician, who was awarded the Padma Shri in 2015 for his contribution to the field of arts, breathed his last on Sunday night at the age of 83.
Born on February 16, 1939, in Puri, the eminent musician, singer, lyricist, writer, and columnist, Kar was also a recipient of the Jayadeva Award in the year 2004.