Legendary singer Pankaj Udhas, who gave memorable hits like ‘Chitthi aayi hai’, died after a protracted sickness, his household confirmed at the moment. He was 72.

“With a very heavy heart, we are saddened to inform you of the sad demise of Padma Shri Pankaj Udhas on 26 February due to a prolonged illness,” learn an announcement from the Udhas household.