Prime Minister Narendra Modi today condoled the demise of veteran playback singer Asha Bhosle's son Hemant Bhosle.
"Dear @ashabhosle Tai, pained on the unfortunate demise of your son. My thoughts are with you during this hour of grief," he tweeted.
The Prime Minister said this in reply to a tweet by Asha Bhosle, who will not be able to attend the anniversary of 'Swachh Bharat Mission' in Delhi on October 2 following the sudden demise of her son.
"@narendramodi Pranam. Due to sudden tragic loss of my son Hemant, I have to bow out from your 2 Oct Delhi function. My sincere apologies," she tweeted.
Hemant, who had been battling with cancer for the last five years, passed away on Monday in Scotland. He was 66.