Renowned music maestro Ustad Rashid Khan, who was undergoing treatment for prostate cancer at a Kolkata hospital, passed away on Wednesday. The 55-year-old artist, who had been on a ventilator and receiving oxygen support, succumbed to his illness. The mortal remains of the music legend will be sent to Rabindra Sadan, Kolkata for last respects.
Rashid Khan, born in Badayun, Uttar Pradesh, received his early training from his maternal grand-uncle, Ustad Nissar Hussain Khan (1909–1993). Notably, he is also the nephew of Ustad Ghulam Mustafa Khan.
Ustad Rashid Khan's musical talents were initially recognized by his uncle, Ghulam Mustafa Khan, who provided him with initial training in Mumbai. However, the main and foundational training was received from Nissar Hussain Khan, initially at his residence in Badayun.
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