Pankaj Udhas Funeral: Friends and family arrive for the last rites (PHOTOS)

Pankaj Udhas Last Rites: Famous ghazal singer Pankaj Udhas is no more with us. He died on Monday (Feb 26) after a prolonged illness. Today he will be given his last farewell.

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Pankaj Udhas, a famous ghazal singer, has passed away. He died on Monday following a protracted illness. Today he will receive his final farewell.

The mortal remains of Pankaj Udhas have arrived at his house. Family, friends, and acquaintances are gathering to pay their final respects.

Pankaj Udhas was 72 years old. His daughter announced his death in a social media post. The singer's death has sent a wave of sadness throughout the industry.

Pankaj Udhas' last rites will be happen today. Pankaj Udhas's daughter Nayab Udhas shared the post and informed that her father's last rites will be held on Tuesday between 3 to 5 pm at the Hindu Crematorium in Worli, Mumbai. 

Family, friends, and acquaintances gather to pay their final respects to the renowned musician. The entire family is distraught.

People's eyes are moist after hearing of Pankaj Udhas' death. People's weeping did not cease after viewing the singer's deadly remains.

Pankaj Udhas was born on May 17, 1951, in Jetpur, Gujarat. His family resided in Charkhadi, a town near Rajkot. His grandpa was a zamindar and diwan from Bhavnagar. He made an essential contribution to the world of music.

People are still talking about his tunes. He sang many popular and hit songs including Chitthi Aayi Hai, Na Kajre Ki Dhar, Chandi Jaisa Rang Hai Tera, Aaj Phir Tumpe, Aur Bhala Kya Mangu Main Rab Se and Ek Tarf Uska Ghar.