Poetic Obituaries: "Despite his advanced age,

his energy would shame any youth and his dramatic works like 'Baya Daar Ughad,' 'Khandobacha Lagin,' 'Vithu-Rakhumai,' will remain before one's eyes forever," [Chief Minister Prithviraj] Chavan said.

[Vitthal] Umap had composed a wide variety of poetry and songs and even used to sing. "He has left a permanent impression on the state's cultural scenario," Chavan said in a condolence message.

from Top News: Folk artist Vitthal Umap collapses on stage, dies

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