GUWAHATI: Renowned Khasi-Jaintia singer, Bibiana Modi War passed away on Thursday, January 19 at her residence in Nongrah. 84-year-old Modi was one of the most popular female vocalists of Khasi-Jaintia songs and music for many decades.
Her much-coveted Khasi and Jaintia songs were played on All India Radio's Khasi and Jaintia program. Bibiana was affectionately known as Modi in the community.
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In addition to her performances of Khasi and Jaintia songs on Doordarshan and All India Radio, Modi was frequently requested to perform heart-warming songs from her extensive repertoire at cultural events and concerts.
The funeral will take place on January 21, at 2 PM and she will be buried at the Laitumkhrah Catholic Cemetery.