MUMBAI: Celebrities from the music industry including legendary singer Lata Mangeshkar expressed grief over the demise of veteran Congress leader and former Delhi Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit, remembering her as a ‘tall leader’.

Dikshit passed away at a private hospital here following a cardiac arrest. She was 81.

Mangeshkar recalled her conversations with Dikshit on music and poetry. "A remarkable woman, former CM of New Delhi and a keen admirer of all art forms. We never discussed politics but had long talks on music and poetry. May her soul rest in peace, and heartfelt condolences to her family," she tweeted.

Bhangra star Mika Singh wrote: "Very sad news.. Our Ex Chief Minister of Delhi, Sheila Dikshit, has sadly passed but has left us with her beautiful memories... May God bless her soul, Rest in peace."

The entire music industry is saddened by the news and prays for her soul to achieve liberation.

(Source: IANS)