Renowned folk singer Sharda Sinha, known for her soulful Chhath and folk songs, passed away at the age of 72 on Tuesday night. She was cremated with full state honors in Patna on Thursday, with hundreds of fans and admirers gathering to bid farewell. Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar paid his respects, and her son, Anshuman Sinha, performed the last rites. Sinha, fondly known as “Bihar Kokila,” was celebrated for her unique blend of classical and folk elements in her renditions, particularly of Chhath and wedding songs. Her passing on the first day of Chhath, a significant festival in Bihar, has deeply resonated with fans. Her musical legacy extends beyond Bihar, reaching parts of eastern Uttar Pradesh, and she even graced the soundtrack of the 1990 Bollywood blockbuster “Maine Pyar Kiya” with her rendition of “Kahe tose sajna.”