The Jammu and Kashmir Academy of Art, Culture, and Languages has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of celebrated folk artist and comedian Bashir Ahmed Bhat, popularly known as Bashir Kotur.
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Paying rich tributes to the artist, Secretary JKAACL Ms. Harvinder Kaur described him as a voice that brought joy to generations. Bashir’s contribution to the cultural and artistic heritage of Kashmir will be long remembered, she said and added that through his sharp wit, authentic cultural humor and decades of dedication to performance, he carved a niche within the artists circles of J&K.
JKAACL has conveyed heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family and rayed for eternal peace to the departed soul.
