Condolence poured in after Tabla maestro Zakir Hussain died on Sunday in a US hospital hours after being admitted with a heart ailment. Several politicians reacted to the news of Grammy Award winner Hussain’s death. He was 73 years old.

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Union Minister Nitin Gadkari wrote on X that Zakir Hussain’s death was an irreparable loss to the country.

Taking to X, Gadkari said, “The news of the demise of renowned tabla player Padma Vibhushan Ustad Zakir Hussain is extremely sad. My heartfelt tribute to him. The demise of Zakir Hussain is an irreparable loss to the country’s art and music sector. His contribution in the field of art is unprecedented. His dedication towards his art and his contribution will always be remembered. May God grant peace to the departed soul and give strength to the family and fans. Om Shanti!”

Samajwadi Party chief Akhiesh Yadav paid his heartfelt tribute.

“The demise of India’s renowned tabla player, Padma Vibhushan Ustad Zakir Khan ji is an irreparable loss. Condolences to the bereaved family,” Yadav wrote in his X post.

Congress chief Malliakrjun Kharge expressed his deepest condolences to his family, friends and admirers across the world

Taking to X, Kharge wrote, “In the passing away of Tabla exponent, Ustad Zakir Hussain, India and the world has lost a musical genius, and a cultural ambassador who bridged borders and generations with his mesmerising rhythms. The Padma Vibhushan Tabla maestro and percussionist, gloriously took forward the legacy of his father with exceptional performances and collaborations. His numerous national and international honours are a testament to this,”