We failed to HONOR you

King of Ghazal Mehdi Hassan Khan   Photo Credit: Anonymous 

Today a coal mine has lost its only pride, a diamond which remained priceless and matchless. I am wondering if this so-called nation may utter a word for his contribution to music industry, his voice nourished many lifeless souls. It is not for the first time we dishonored legends like Mehdi Hassan Khan Sahab, we have long terrifying history in this regard.

We abuse, and politicize them whoever served this country with true heart, no matter more or less.

I am sorry King of Ghazal we are proud of slayers not legends like you, our forged history always refers to bigots like, Taimour, Ghori, Ghaznavi, Yaldaram, Tipu and many others but people will never find one line in history records about, Maulana Azad, Mangal Panday, Bhagat Singh, Rani Lakshmibai, Tansen, and many unsung heroes of sub-continent.

We have even ignored arrogantly, Faiz Ahmed Faiz, Sahir Ludhyanvi, Habib Jalib, Mohsin Naqvi, Sadquain, Jaun Elia and Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan for their priceless contribution to literature, music, poetry and art.

Your voice will echo in the valleys of love and peace, it may not  shake comatose but will remain fresh in the hearts and minds of your followers and music lovers.

The wicked dwellers are not even in a position to pray for your departed soul and eternal peace.   


Photo Credit Abu Hamza 

Sampooran Singh Karla, pen name Gulzar has exquisitely pen down his love and affection for Khan Sahab  and I completely agree with Gulzar Sahab's poetical view that there is no border for love.

I have felt blessed to have known and listened you Khan Sahab, you will never be forgotten. 
May the diviner spirit  bless your soul with eternal peace. Amen!!