Musician Balamuralikrishna passes away

Indian Carnatic vocalist, multi-instrumentalist, playback singer, composer and actor M. Balamuralikrishna left us today. He was awarded the Padma Vibhushan, India's second-highest civilian honour, for his contribution towards Indian Art. He was made Chevalier of the Ordre des Arts et des Lettres by the French Government in 2005. RIP Balamuralikrishna.
On his death Congress Leader Rahul Gandhi Posted:
"Saddened by the passing away of the legendary Mangalampalli Balamuralikrishna.Carnatic music has lost a leading light today.My condolences"