New Delhi, November 3, 2020: The Prime Minister, Narendra Modi has expressed grief over the passing away of noted violinist TN Krishnan.
The Prime Minister said, “The demise of noted violinist Shri TN Krishnan leaves a big void in the world of music. His works beautifully encapsulated a wide range of emotions and strands of our culture. He was also an outstanding mentor to young musicians. Condolences to his family and admirers. Om Shanti.”
The demise of noted violinist Shri TN Krishnan leaves a big void in the world of music. His works beautifully encapsulated a wide range of emotions and strands of our culture. He was also an outstanding mentor to young musicians. Condolences to his family and admirers. Om Shanti.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) November 3, 2020
Home Minister Amit Shah also paid his respects to the departed Maestro.
In a tweet, he wrote:
Saddened on the passing away of Violin maestro Shri TN Krishnan ji. As a gifted musician, TN Krishnan ji captured the imagination of several generations with his breathtaking compositions. My deepest condolences are with this family and followers. Om Shanti Shanti Shanti.
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The late musician had mastered the Carnatic ragas and breathed his last on Monday in Chennai.