Kolkata, Jan 9 (Reporter) West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Tuesday expressed her profound grief at the passing away of Ustad Rashid Khan, one of the greatest exponents of Indian classical music. Taking to X, Banerjee said, " Deeply saddened by the tragic demise of Ustad Rashid Khan, one of the greatest exponents of Indian classical music of our times. " " A hugely respected vocalist with unparalleled genius in creating music, he made us proud by settling here and making Bengal his home, " Banerjee added. " He and Soma, his wife, and son Armaan, and the whole family, were close to us and allowed us to be on their side in the maestro's last journey in life, " she stated. " Ustad Rashid Khan got our highest civilian award Banga Bibhushan and our Sangeet Mahasamman too. He was attached to several of our State cultural bodies in advisory capacity, " the Chief Minister mentioned. She extended her profound condolences to Soma, Armaan Khan, and Ustad's whole family as well as to the countless students and admirers that he leaves behind in the whole world. Ustad Rashid Khan was truly a world famous classical Indian vocal artist, Banerjee maintained. Trinamool Congress General Secretary Abhishek Banerjee said, " It is with profound grief that we mourn the loss of music maestro Ustad Rashid Khan. " " His immeasurable contributions to Indian classical music have left an indelible mark on our cultural heritage, " he added. " My thoughts and prayers are with his loved ones during this difficult time, " Banerjee stated...////...