Dancer Yamini Krishnamurthy Passes Away

NEW DELHI (ANI) – Prime Minister Narendra Modi condoled the demise of classical dancer Padma Vibhushan, Dr Yamini Krishnamurthy, on August 4.

He posted, “Pained by the passing away of Dr. Yamini Krishnamurthy. Her excellence and dedication to Indian classical dance have inspired generations and left an indelible mark on our cultural landscape. She has worked greatly to enrich our heritage. Condolences to her family and admirers. Om Shanti.”

Krishnamurthy displayed unparalleled talent in Bharatanatyam and Kuchipudi and rose to the highest echelons of these classical dance forms.

Krishnamurthy, who was admitted to the Apollo Hospital with a long-standing history of multiple medical issues, passed away there.

Born on December 20, 1940, Yamini Krishnamurthy was bestowed with the Padma Shri in 1968 and the Padma Bhushan in 2001, Padma Vibhushan in 2016. She was also conferred the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award in 1977.