Tributes pour in for Zakir Hussain

Condolences pour in from all sections of society after the sad demise of tabla maestro Zakir Hussain.

Condolences poured in from different sections of the society after the sad demise of Tabla maestro Zakir Hussain in the USA on Sunday. Leading industrialists, politicians, artists, and sportspersons took to social media platform X to convey their tributes. “The rhythm of India paused today…In tribute, posted Anand Mahindra.

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi posted, “The news of the demise of the great tabla player Ustad Zakir Hussain ji is extremely sad. His demise is a great loss for the music world. My condolences are with his family and fans in this hour of grief. Ustad Zakir Hussain ji has left behind such a legacy of his art, which will always remain alive in our memories.”

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Harsh Goenka said, “The world falls silent as the tabla loses its maestro. Ustad Zakir Hussain, a rhythmic genius who brought the soul of India to global stages, has left us. I was privileged to know him because of his connection with HMV and hear him perform at our home. His beats will echo eternally.”

Gautam Adani also tweeted saying, “The world has lost a rhythm it can never replace. Ustad Zakir Hussain, our maestro whose tabla beats will forever echo in the soul of India, leaves behind his inimitable form of timeless art. His legacy is an eternal taal, resonating through generations to come. RIP.”

Col. Rajyavardhan Rathore, Rajasthan Cabinet Minister said, “Ustad Zakir Hussain’s extraordinary mastery of the tabla has created a timeless legacy in the world of music. My deepest condolences to his family, friends, and the countless admirers whose lives he touched with his artistry. His rhythms will echo in our hearts forever.”

Rajya Sabha MP Raghav Chadha said, “We’ll always remember his iconic ‘Wah Taj’. With the passing of the legendary tabla maestro Zakir Hussain Sahab, the world has lost a legend. His groundbreaking contributions not only redefined the art of tabla but also bridged cultures and generations, making classical traditions feel both timeless and new. His dedication to his craft and his ability to inspire countless musicians around the globe turned his music into a universal language of connection. May his soul rest in peace, and may his legacy continue to echo through every rhythm and every heart he touched.”