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When S. Janaki rejected the Padma Bhushan in 2013, sought Bharat Ratna
Published 12 July 2026 ยท india
S. Janaki, the iconic Nightingale of South India, has sadly passed away at the age of eighty-eight in Mysuru. Known affectionately as Janaki Amma, she
S. Janaki, the iconic Nightingale of South India, has sadly passed away at the age of eighty-eight in Mysuru. Known affectionately as Janaki Amma, she famously rejected the Padma Bhushan in 2013, arguing that recognition for artists should come while they are still alive. Janaki passionately believed her legacy warranted the Bharat Ratna, highlighting the importance of timely recognition in the arts.
Published: July 12, 2026 โข 2:09 PM IST ยท Updated: July 12, 2026 โข 7:03 PM ISTBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team
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Janaki, the iconic Nightingale of South India, has sadly passed away at the age of eighty-eight in Mysuru.
Known affectionately as Janaki Amma, she famously rejected the Padma Bhushan in 2013, arguing that recognition for artists should come while they are still alive.
Janaki passionately believed her legacy warranted the Bharat Ratna, highlighting the importance of timely recognition in the arts.