New Delhi, July 5 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday expressed profound grief over the demise of renowned Pandavani exponent Teejan Bai, describing her passing as an "irreparable loss" to the world of art and culture and paying tribute to her extraordinary contribution in taking the traditional folk art of Chhattisgarh to global audiences.

In a post on social media platform X, the Prime Minister said, "I am deeply saddened by the passing of renowned Pandavani singer Teejan Bai. Through her magnificent performances, she gave this folk art of Chhattisgarh a unique identity across the world. Her demise is an irreparable loss to the world of art and culture."Expressing his condolences to her family and admirers, Modi added, "In this hou...