Ajit Pandey Explained

Ajit Pandey
Assembly:West Bengal Legislative
Birth Date:10 March 1937
Birth Place:Lalgola Murshidabad, West Bengal, India
Spouse:Aditi Pandey
Father:Satyendra Nath Pandey
Mother:Tarulata Pandey
Occupation:Musician and politician
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Occupation:Musician and politician
Years Active:1972–2013

Ajit Pandey (10 March 1937 – 13 June 2013) was an Indian singer and politician.

Life

Born in 1937 in Lalgola, Murshidabad, Pandey became involved in both music and politics from an early age. During his career, he recorded over 30 albums, winning international awards from Russia, Bangladesh and Vietnam. He also served as a Member of the Legislative Assembly, representing the constituency of Bowbazar. He died of a heart attack in Kolkata at the age of 76.