Bappi Lahiri passes away at 69

Bollywood music composer, Bappi Lahiri has passed away at the age of 69.

Lahiri had been undergoing multiple health issues in hospital for a month. It is reported that he died of sleep apnea.

A statement from his family said, “It’s a deeply sad moment for us. Our beloved Bappi Da has left for heavenly abode last midnight. The cremation will take on arrival of Bappa From LA tomorrow mid-morning. We are seeking love and blessings for his soul.”

Dr Deepak Namjoshi, director of CritiCare hospital, was cited in NDTV saying, “Bappi Lahiri had been admitted to the hospital for a month and was discharged on Monday. But his health deteriorated on Tuesday and his family called for a doctor to visit their home. He was brought to the hospital. He had multiple health issues. He died due to OSA (obstructive sleep apnea) shortly before midnight.”

BizAsiaLive.com extends its deepest sympathies on Lahiri’s passing away.