P.R.No.381
P.R.No.381
Tamil Nadu promise ledger
P.R.No.381·11 Jul 2026·governance

CM Condoles Death of Playback Singer S. Janaki

CM Joseph Vijay expressed deep grief in a social media post over the death of veteran playback singer S. Janaki on July 11, 2026, praising her decades-long career singing thousands of songs in Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Kannada and Hindi, her multiple National Film Awards, and her irreplaceable contribution to Indian music, and offered condolences to her family, the film industry and fans worldwide.
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Social Media Message Issued by Hon'ble Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu Thiru. C. Joseph Vijay, Condoling the Passing Away of Renowned Playback Singer Thirumathi S. Janaki The passing away of legendary playback singer Thirumathi S. Janaki, who touched the hearts of generations with her distinctive voice in the world of Indian film music, is a matter of deep sorrow. Having sung thousands of songs across languages including Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Kannada and Hindi, she left an indelible mark on the world of music. Having received numerous prestigious awards, including several National Film Awards, she will forever remain etched in the hearts of her admirers for her sweet voice, extraordinary ability to express emotion, and dedication to music. Her passing is an irreparable loss to the Indian music world. I convey my deepest condolences and sympathy to her grieving family, to the film fraternity, fellow musicians, and to her admirers across the world. I pray that her soul rests in peace. *************** Issued by: Director, Directorate of Information and Public Relations, Chennai-9
Issued By: Directorate of Information and Public Relations (DIPR), Chennai