Lata Mangeshkar tests positive for Covid-19, admitted to ICU
PremiumLata Mangeshkar is one of the best-known and most respected playback singers in India. In 2001, in recognition of her contributions to the nation, she was awarded the Bharat Ratna
Legendary singer Lata Mangeshkar on Tuesday admitted to ICU after testing positive for Covid-19. Her niece Rachna confirmed the news and informed Mangeshkar,92 , has mild mild symptoms. "She is doing fine; has been kept in ICU only for precautionary reasons considering her age. Please respect our privacy and keep Didi in your prayers," niece Rachna said.
The veteran singer was admitted to Mumbai's Breach Candy hospital on Monday.
Lata Mangeshkar is one of the best-known and most respected playback singers in India. Fondly called 'Nightingale of India', the legendary singer has recorded songs in over a thousand Hindi films and has sung many tracks in several Indian languages and foreign languages.
Her iconic songs include 'Lag Jaa Gale', 'Yeh Galiyan Yeh Chaubara', 'Pyar Kiya To Darna Kya', 'Bahon Mein Chale Aao', 'Tere Liye' from 'Veer Zara' and many more.
In 2001, in recognition of her contributions to the nation, she was awarded the Bharat Ratna, India's highest civilian honour and is only the second vocalist, after MS Subbulakshmi, to receive this honour.
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