Maharashtra CM Fadnavis condoles Tabla legend Zakir Hussain's demise, says "He connected three generations to music"

Nagpur (Maharashtra) [India], December 16 : Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Monday condoled the demise of Tabla maestro Zakir Hussain, saying that Hussain connected three generations to music and enhanced India's prestige globally.
Ustad Zakir Hussain, passed away on December 15, 2024, in San Francisco at the age of 73.
"Sadly, Padma Vibhushan Zakir Hussain is no more among us. Zakir Hussain connected three generations to music. Every tabla player aspires to play the tabla like him. Zakir Hussain enhanced India's prestige in the world and inspired many generations to pursue music. I pay my tribute to him," said Fadnavis.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi led tributes from around the globe, describing Ustad Zakir Hussain as a revolutionary figure in the world of music.
"Deeply saddened by the passing of the legendary tabla maestro, Ustad Zakir Hussain Ji. He will be remembered as a true genius who revolutionized the world of Indian classical music. He also brought the tabla to the global stage, captivating millions with his unparalleled rhythm," the Prime Minister said in a social media post.
PM Modi further praised Hussain for his ability to seamlessly blend Indian classical traditions with global music, making him a symbol of cultural unity.
Ustad Zakir Hussain, born on March 9, 1951, in Mumbai, was the son of the legendary tabla player Ustad Alla Rakha. From a young age, Zakir showed prodigious talent, inheriting the rhythmic genius of his father.
His skill and devotion to the tabla were unparalleled, and he quickly rose to international fame. Hussain's musical career spanned both traditional and contemporary genres, and his innovative performances and soulful compositions earned him admiration worldwide.