Birju Maharaj was an inspiration across globe, says Vice President Venkaiah Naidu

Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu on Monday condoled the death of Kathak exponent Birju Maharaj, saying his demise is a huge loss to the world of performing arts.

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Birju Maharaj was an inspiration across globe, says Vice President Venkaiah Naidu
Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu said kathak maestro Birju Maharaj was an inspiration across the globe (India Today photo)

Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu on Monday condoled the death of Kathak exponent Birju Maharaj, saying his demise is a huge loss to the world of performing arts.

Birju Maharaj died at his home here in the early hours of Monday.

"The world-renowned Kathak exponent with his unique style was an institution and an inspiration across the globe. His death is a huge loss to the world of performing arts," the Vice President Secretariat tweeted, quoting Naidu.

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"My heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family members. Om Shanti," the vice president said.

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