Bappi Lahiri to be cremated on February 17, family waiting for son to arrive from US
India Today
Legendary singer Bappi Lahiri breathed his last on February 15. He will be cremated at Pawan Hans crematorium tomorrow, February 17.
Legendary singer and musician Bappi Lahiri died on February 15. He was 69 years old. The actor's health deteriorated and he was brought to the hospital in a critical state yesterday. He passed away at 11.45 pm on February 15. His cremation will be held tomorrow, February 17, at Pawan Hans Crematorium, Mumbai. Lahiri's family is waiting for his son, Bappa, to arrive from the US.
Bappi Lahiri had developed a chest infection and was treated for the same earlier this year. He was discharged from the hospital on February 15. However, his condition worsened and was brought back to the hospital. However, he breathed his last at around 11.45 pm.
He is survived by two children - a son, Bappa Lahiri, and a daughter, Rema Lahiri. Since Bappa is in the US, the family is waiting for his arrival. He will perform Bappi Lahiri's last rites. Bappa is married to Taneesha Lahiri, daughter of action director Mahendra Verma.
Bappi Lahiri's family informed fans about the demise with profound sadness. Their statement is as follows:
"It’s a deeply sad moment for us. The cremation will take place on the arrival of Bappa from LA tomorrow mid morning. We are seeking love and blessings for his soul. We will keep you updated - Mrs .Lahiri, Mr.Gobind Bansal, Bappa Lahiri, Rema lahiri (sic)."
The hospital issued an official statement about Bappi Lahiri and how he was brought in a critical condition.
Here's the statement:
