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You are Akshat/Akshita working as a news correspondent for the 'The Morning Star' at Mumbai. You are invited by the organizer to cover the much-awaited programme on the legendary singer- Lata Mangeshkar. Playback singers from Bollywood sang many of her memorable songs. Smt. Kala Choudhary, Secretary, Ministry of Information & Broadcasting was the Chief Guest for the occasion. Write a report for the newspaper in 120-150 words mentioning date, time, venue, participants and audience response.
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Excellent singer Lata Mangeshkar
By Akshita staff reporter, 'The Morning Star'
Mumbai
8th March 2022
On May 19, 2022, starting at 6 p.m. at Golden complex, a musical event called "Swaranjali" was organised as a tribute to Lata Mangeshkar, the singer known as "Swar Kokila". The programme began with the lighting of the lamp in front of Lata Mangeshkar's photo which was followed by Ganesh Vandana, which signifies the removal of darkness. Smt. Kala Choudhary, the chief guest and secretary of the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting, said that Lata ji's passing left a gap in the music and film industries that would never be filled. It is an irreparable loss to the country as well.
The scintillating musical evening was organised by Roses and Petals, a non- profit organisation. Playback singers from Bollywood sang many of her memorable songs like 'Rahe na rahe hum', 'Meri awaaz hi pehchaan hai' was presented which brought tears to the eyes of all those present in the programme. The show was honoured by Smt. Kala Choudhary, Secretary, Ministry of Information & Broadcasting who was the Chief Guest. The Chief Guest whole heartedly appreciated the entire programme. The zealous performance of all the participants became the talk of the town.
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