"His Tabla spoke a universal language": Leaders and fans mourn Zakir Hussain

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Tabla maestro Zakir Hussain - the eldest son of legendary tabla player Allah Rakha - died in the US today of a heart disease. He was 73. Leaders and fans across India and the world posted condolences on social media.


"The news of the death of renowned tabla player Padma Vibhushan Ustad Zakir Hussain is extremely sad. My heartfelt tribute to him. The death of Zakir Hussain is an irreparable loss to the country's art and music sector," Union Minister Nitin Gadkari said. "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."


"The lyrics of Zakir Hussain ji's tabla spoke a universal language, transcending borders, cultures and generations. This clip defines how we will remember him, and celebrate his legacy. The sound and vibrations of his rhythm will echo in our hearts forever. Will always echo, Wow Taj! My deepest condolences to his family, fans and loved ones. Om Shanti," Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia said.


The बोल of Zakir Hussain Ji's tabla spoke a universal language, transcending borders, cultures and generations.

This clip defines how we will remember him, and celebrate his legacy. The sound & vibrations of his rhythm will echo in our hearts forever. सदैव गूंजेगा, वाह ताज!

My... pic.twitter.com/duGIHgnTYY
— Jyotiraditya M. Scindia (@JM_Scindia) December 15, 2024





संगीत नाटक अकादमी, ग्रैमी, पद्म श्री, पद्म भूषण व पद्म विभूषण जैसे अनेक पुरस्कारों से सम्मानित, सुप्रसिद्ध तबला वादक उस्ताद श्री जाकिर हुसैन जी का निधन कला एवं संगीत जगत के लिए एक अपूरणीय क्षति है।

ईश्वर दिवंगत आत्मा को अपने श्रीचरणों में स्थान तथा शोकाकुल परिजनों व प्रशंसकों को... pic.twitter.com/mGQBh74K8Q
— Shivraj Singh Chouhan (@ChouhanShivraj) December 15, 2024


"The world falls silent as the tabla loses its maestro. Ustad Zakir Hussain, a rhythmic genius who brought the soul of India to global stages, has left us. I was privileged to know him because of his connection with HMV and hear him perform at our home. His beats will echo eternally," RPG Enterprises chairman Harsh Goenka said.


The world falls silent as the tabla loses its maestro. Ustad Zakir Hussain, a rhythmic genius who brought the soul of India to global stages, has left us. I was privileged to know him because of his connection with HMV and hear him perform at our home. His beats will echo... pic.twitter.com/TJ5aaLbsqZ
— Harsh Goenka (@hvgoenka) December 15, 2024


Anand Mahindra said the rhythm of India paused today.


The rhythm of India paused today...

In tribute.

🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽#ZakirHussain
pic.twitter.com/eknPqw4uKM
— anand mahindra (@anandmahindra) December 15, 2024





The world has lost a rhythm it can never replace. Ustad Zakir Hussain, our maestro whose tabla beats will forever echo in the soul of India, leaves behind his inimitable form of timeless art. His legacy is an eternal taal, resonating through generations to come. RIP🙏🏽 pic.twitter.com/AcnoJmwUNG
— Gautam Adani (@gautam_adani) December 15, 2024