Music and Youth
PM Modi remembers the late Lata Mangeshkar on her 93rd birth anniversary
Mumbai: On the 93rd birth anniversary of the late Lata Mangeshkar, prime minister Narendra Modi shared his interactions and affections with the legendary singer. “Remembering Lata Didi on her birth anniversary. There is so much that I recall… the innumerable interactions in which she would shower so much affection.”
To honour the contribution of Lata Didi to the Indian music industry and her efforts as a Bharat Ratna Awardee to bring laurels to the nation, Modi stated, “I am glad that today a chowk in Ayodhya will be named after her. It is a fitting tribute to one of the greatest Indian icons.”
Remembering Lata Didi on her birth anniversary. There is so much that I recall…the innumerable interactions in which she would shower so much affection. I am glad that today, a Chowk in Ayodhya will be named after her. It is a fitting tribute to one of the greatest Indian icons.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) September 28, 2022
Lata Mangeshkar, who was born in 1929, is well-known for her incredible voice, which has infused charm into hundreds of songs and continues to be a favourite of many people today. Starting her career at the early age of 13, she dominated playback singing for many years. The most talented singer in the Indian cinema industry, also referred to as the “Nightingale of India,” was born in Indore on 28 September 1929 to classical musician Pandit Deenanath Mangeshkar and Shevanti.
Lata Didi’s siblings, Meena Khadikar, Asha Bhosle, Usha Mangeshkar, and Hridaynath Mangeshkar, are also well-known figures in the Indian music and film industries.
5,000+ songs by Lata Didi have been featured in more than 1,000 Hindi and 36 foreign films. The famous song, “Meri Awaaz hi Phechaan Hai,” sums up her career that lasted more than 80 years as India’s most well-known and renowned vocalist in a very beautiful way. Other masterpieces of melody that Lata Didi created and will live on forever include: “Lag Jaa Gale,” “Tere Bina Zidagi,” “Ae Mere Watan Ke Logon,” “Aap Ki Nazron Ne Samjha,” “Pyaar Hua Ikrar Hua,” “Aaj Phir Jeene Ki Tamanna Hai,” and others.
On the occasion of her birth anniversary, a number of other distinguished individuals have paid tribute to the master singer. Many artists created tribute artworks for her.
Remembering Lata Mangeshkar Ji on her birth anniversary. Her voice lives on and her songs are etched in our memories; generations will continue to be enthralled by her legendary work. Befitting tribute by Hon PM to name a Chowk in Ayodhya after her. pic.twitter.com/D1qKDnspSE
— Anurag Thakur (@ianuragthakur) September 28, 2022
The ‘Nightingale of India’ #LataMangeshkar has given us a plethora of songs to dance to, romance, or mend a broken heart with. But what stands out the most are her #deshbhakti songs that can set a patriotic mood. Here are our top 5. Share your fav from the list in the comment pic.twitter.com/nyH6QPl4Gk
— Amrit Mahotsav (@AmritMahotsav) September 27, 2022
Remembering the Nightangle of India and Bharat Ratna, #LataDidi on her birth anniversary. #LataMangeshkar pic.twitter.com/vtOj7HakBp
— Sudarsan Pattnaik (@sudarsansand) September 28, 2022
The immortal legend – BharatRatna #LataMangeshkar didi !
Shat Shat Naman… pic.twitter.com/F6OfsT1Brz— Devendra Fadnavis (@Dev_Fadnavis) September 28, 2022
Remembering the Nightingale of India, Lata Mangeshkar ji on her birth anniversary. Her magical voice and her unparalleled legacy will continue to echo in our hearts forever. pic.twitter.com/gbHO1aB44a
— Mithali Raj (@M_Raj03) September 28, 2022
The immortal legend – BharatRatna #LataMangeshkar didi !
Shat Shat Naman… pic.twitter.com/F6OfsT1Brz— Devendra Fadnavis (@Dev_Fadnavis) September 28, 2022
MUMBAI: Mumbai is about to witness something it has never seen before. The Global Youth Festival arrives on 6-7 December at Jio World Garden with 15,000 attendees and 60-plus experiences sprawled across six sprawling arenas. On its sixth edition, this is no ordinary jamboree—it is a carefully orchestrated collision of wellness, adventure, arts, music, yoga and social change.
Chief Minister of Maharashtra Devendra Fadnavis will throw open the proceedings with a landmark ceremony, signalling the state’s backing for a movement that has already mobilised youth across 20-plus countries and 170-plus cities. The sheer scale is staggering: 500-plus volunteers powering the machine, 600,000-plus volunteer hours logged across previous editions, and millions of lives touched annually.
The speaker roster is formidable. Diipa Büller-Khosla and Dipali Goenka, chief executive of Welspun India, will share the stage with Malaika Arora in conversations spanning leadership, creativity and culture. Union Minister for Sports and Youth Affairs Mansukhbhai Mandaviya will also attend, reinforcing GYF’s reach into the corridors of power.
But this is not mere talk. The Solaris Mainstage promises concerts from renowned Indian artists. Innerverse delivers a 360-degree LED spectacle of art, technology and sound. The Love and Care Arena houses hands-on projects spanning women’s empowerment, child education, rural upliftment and animal welfare. India’s largest outdoor sound-healing experience awaits. An inflatable obstacle course, neon drifter karts and open-sky bouldering cater to thrill-seekers.
Some have branded GYF the “Coachella of Consciousness.” Others call it “India’s Largest Sober Festival.” Spiritual visionary Pujya Gurudevshri Rakeshji, who inspired the festival, will deliver the Wisdom Masterclass. Every rupee goes to charity.
After Mumbai comes Kolkata on 14 December. New York looms next year. For one weekend in December, Mumbai becomes the epicentre of youth-driven change—and nothing will be quite the same after.
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