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Girija Devi was born in Varanasi, on 8 May 1929, to Ramdeo Rai, a zamindar. Her father played the harmonium and taught music, and had Girija Devi take lessons in singing khyal and tappa from vocalist and sarangi player Sarju Prasad Misra starting at the age of five.
Jun 1, 2015 · Goddess Girija Devi is also worshipped with various names such as Goddess Birija Devi, Goddess Virija. Jajpur is located at a distance of 120 Kms from Bhuvaneshwar, the capital city of Orissa. Jajpur has a rich cultural and historical reference in several hindu scriptures. This place was ruled by King Jajati Kesari in the 10th Century.
Oct 25, 2017 · Girija Devi, the iconic Indian classical singer, passed away on Tuesday following a cardiac arrest. Emotional tributes poured in from all quarters. Lata Mangeshkar mourned the demise, recalling her "good relationship" with her. Javed Akhtar also did a series of tweets.
Aug 30, 2015 · Girija Devi is known for her exquisite and rustic thumris from the Benaras style. This collections features the hit Nayan Ki Mat Maro Talwariya and Jhoola Dh...
“Girija Devi’s condition was quite critical when she was brought to the hospital. She was admitted to the CCU and was under constant watch. But she passed away at around 8.45 pm,” hospital ...
The legendary classical singer Girija Devi was born in Varanasi in 1929. At the age of five, she started training in Khayal and tappa forms of Hindustani music under the tutelage of the influential singer and sarangi player Sarju Prasad Mishra. Later, she received training under Srichand Mishra with whom she trained till his death in the 1960s.
Oct 25, 2017 · Girija Devi was admitted to the CCU on Tuesday afternoon with cardiovascular ailments. She died at 8.45 pm. Girijia Devi is survived by a daughter. Read PM Modi's tweets here.
