Jalandhar: Famous Sufi singer and former MP Hansraj Hans’ life has been hit by a mountain of sorrow. His wife Resham Kaur passed away on Wednesday after a long illness. She was 60 years old and was suffering from heart disease for some time. Her death has sent a wave of grief in the music world and political circles.
What happened?
Resham Kaur was being treated at Tagore Hospital in Jalandhar, where she breathed her last at around 2 pm. According to family members, she had a heart attack. Her brother Paramjit Singh said that she was admitted to the hospital for the last five days and family members were with her.
Funeral today
Resham Kaur’s last rites will be performed on Thursday (today) at 11 am in her hometown Safipur village. She is survived by her husband Hansraj Hans and two sons Yuvraj Hans and Navraj Hans.
The journey of Hansraj Hans and Resham Kaur
Hansraj Hans married Resham Kaur on 18 April 1984. Their married life was happy for nearly four decades. The two have two sons, who have also made their mark in music and social work.
Career of Hansraj Hans
Hansraj Hans is not only a famous Sufi singer, but he was also active in politics by joining the BJP. After joining the BJP in 2016, he won from Delhi in the 2019 Lok Sabha elections. However, he lost from the Faridkot seat in Punjab in the 2024 elections.
In the field of music, he sang songs for many Bollywood films, including films like “Patiala House”, “Black and White”, “Sonu Ke Titu Ki Sweety” and “Bichhoo”.
Mourning in the music world and politics
On hearing the news of the death of Resham Kaur, musicians, politicians and fans have expressed condolences to Hansraj Hans and his family. Social media is also flooded with tribute messages for her.
Last farewell
Resham Kaur will be given a final farewell in Safipur village this morning. Everyone has wished Hansraj Hans and his family strength and patience in this difficult time.
