Punjab Assembly Honors Asha Bhosle and Other Departed Souls
The Punjab Assembly session paid tributes to renowned playback singer Asha Bhosle, former finance minister Lal Singh, and 13 pilgrims who perished in a Mathura boat tragedy. Bhosle and Singh were remembered for their significant contributions, while victims of the recent boat capsize were also honored amid a somber two-minute silence.
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The Punjab Assembly, during a special session on Monday, paid heartfelt tributes to the iconic playback singer Asha Bhosle, who passed away at the age of 92 in Mumbai. Bhosle's music had touched countless lives, and her legacy was duly acknowledged by the state's legislators.
Besides Bhosle, the Assembly also remembered former Punjab finance minister Lal Singh, who died on March 28. Singh's contributions to the state's economic policies were lauded during the emotional session.
In addition, the Assembly mourned the tragic loss of 13 pilgrims, primarily from Punjab, who died when their boat capsized in Uttar Pradesh's Mathura. The house observed a solemn two-minute silence to honor all the departed souls.
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