Eminent Hindustani Classical Singer Prabha Atre Passes Away.

Obituary | Dated: 27 Feb 2026

Doyenne of Hindustani classical music and Padma Vibhushan awardee Dr. Prabha Atre passed away at the age of 92 in Pune following a brief illness. She belonged to the Kirana Gharana and was celebrated for her profound contribution to Indian music.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • She also established the Swaramayee Gurukul to train young musicians.
  • She was awarded the Padma Vibhushan in 2022.
  • She authored several books on music composition and theory.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • Person: Prabha Atre.
  • Profession: Classical Singer.
  • Gharana: Kirana.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

Dr. Prabha Atre, who passed away recently, was an eminent exponent of which classical music gharana?

Correct Answer: Kirana Gharana

🚀 Quick Recap:

About Kirana Gharana

  • Origin - Uttar Pradesh
  • Founders - Abdul Karim Khan, Abdul Wahid Khan