17 January,2022 04:01 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Pandit Birju Maharaj. File Pic
Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray on Monday paid tribute to Kathak luminary Birju Maharaj.
Maharaj, who had been diagnosed with kidney disease a few days ago and put on dialysis, died at his home on Sunday. He was 83.
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"The contribution of Kathak emperor Birju Maharaj in the field of dance and music is invaluable. He was a worshiper of creative art. His place in the heart of the Kalarsikas will remain unchanged like a pole star," Thackeray tweeted in Marathi.
Also a talented Hindustani classical singer and percussionist, Maharaj was the son of Acchan Maharaj. His uncles were the renowned Shambhu Maharaj and Lacchu Maharaj. He was a recipient of the country's second highest civilian honour, Padma Vibhushan.
