Celebrated Punjabi folk singer Surinder Shinda passed away on July 26, after 20 days of hospitalisation in Ludhiana. Shinda’s exact age is not known but he was in his 60s. Shinda, known for hit songs Putt Jattan De, Jatt Deona Morh and Truck Balliya, breathed his last at DMC Hospital, Ludhiana at 7.30 am. Earlier, he was admitted to Model Town Hospital, and then he was shifted to DMC. After 20 days of hospitalisation, he was put on a ventilator, and he passed away on Wednesday.

By DESIBUZZCanada Staff

LUDHIANA – Celebrated Punjabi folk singer Surinder Shinda passed away on July 26, after 20 days of hospitalisation in Ludhiana. Shinda’s exact age is not known but he was in his 60s. 

Shinda, known for hit songs Putt Jattan De, Jatt Deona Morh and Truck Balliya, breathed his last at DMC Hospital, Ludhiana at 7.30 am. Earlier, he was admitted to Model Town Hospital, and then he was shifted to DMC. After 20 days of hospitalisation, he was put on a ventilator, and he passed away on Wednesday.

Shinda underwent a minor operation at Aurisan Hospital. However, post-surgery, he got an infection, and he suffered from breathing difficulty, thus he was admitted to the hospital.”

During his singing career, Shinda sung many famous songs and also appeared in several Punjabi films such as Putt Jattan De, Ucha Dar Babe Nanak Da and Badla Jatti Da

Many people, including singers and politicians, expressed grief over Shinda’s death. 

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann tweeted, “Very sad to hear the news of the death of famous singer Surinder Shinda ji… The voice of Punjab has gone silent forever.” 

Shiromani Akali Dal chief Sukhbir Singh Badal said the singer’s contribution to Punjabi music was priceless.

“Deep condolences to the fans and the family of legendary Punjabi singer Surinder Shinda. His contribution to Punjabi music is priceless. He had an incredibly powerful voice. Shinda ji will be missed by millions of his fans around the world. May his soul rest in peace,” Badal said in a tweet.

Surinder Shinda is survived by his son Maninder Shinda, who is also a musician.