In a condolence message posted on X on Sunday, he stated: “Hearing the news of the untimely demise of the renowned singer and ‘Padma Vibhushan’ awardee Asha Bhosle ji has caused me profound sorrow. With her passing, an era of gold in the field of music has come to an end. This is an irreplaceable loss. The invaluable contributions she made to the Indian music world will be remembered for ages to come. In this hour of grief, my deepest condolences are with the family and her millions of admirers. I pray to the Almighty that He grant eternal abode at His feet to the departed noble soul and bestow upon the family the strength to accept this divine will. Waheguru Waheguru.”

Earlier on Sunday, BJP Member of Parliament Anurag Thakur also expressed deep sorrow at the demise of the iconic vocalist, highlighting her contribution to music and stating “no one else can fill this void.” Speaking to ANI, he said: “This is very sad news. The versatile and great singer Asha Bhosle ji is no longer with us. Asha Tai sang songs in many languages…she was also a huge fan of cricket, loved the sport so much…India has lost a singer who inspired many generations…no one else can fill this void.”

Bharat Rashtra Samithi Working President KT Rama Rao conveyed his condolences, saying: “Today, the world of Indian music has lost a rare and priceless voice. The news of the passing of Padma Vibhushan Asha Bhosle, who entertained millions with her voice for nearly eight decades, has deeply saddened me. She was not just a singer, but an era in the Indian film industry. The thousands of songs she sang will remain musical lessons for generations to come. The melodious songs she sang in Telugu will also stay forever in our hearts. Her death is an irreplaceable loss to the Indian art world. Praying for peace to her soul, I extend my deepest condolences to her family members and fans.”

Asha Bhosle passed away on Sunday at the age of 92, leaving behind a legacy that shaped Indian cinema and music for over eight decades. Dr Pratit Samdani of Breach Candy Hospital confirmed her death, saying: “Asha Bhosale breathed her last today in Breach Candy Hospital. She passed away due to multi-organ failure.” She had been admitted to the hospital on Saturday evening following extreme exhaustion and a chest infection.

Asha Bhosle's career spanned more than six decades, marked by exceptional versatility across Bollywood, ghazals, and regional music. Her iconic collaborations with R.D. Burman and O.P. Nayyar produced memorable songs including ‘Chura Liya Hai Tumne,’ ‘Dum Maro Dum,’ ‘Piya Tu Ab To Aaja,’ ‘Aao Na Gale Lag Jao Na,’ and ‘In Aankhon Ki Masti Ke.’