Pandavani legend Teejan Bai, Padma Vibhushan awardee, dies at 69 after illness

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Renowned Pandavani folk artist Teejan Bai passed away at the age of 69 following a prolonged illness. She had been hospitalised at AIIMS Raipur after experiencing breathing difficulties and physical weakness, where her condition gradually worsened. Bai was widely regarded as a pioneer of the Pandavani tradition, a storytelling art form rooted in the Mahabharata. Throughout her distinguished career, she received several prestigious honours, including the Padma Vibhushan, for her contributions to Indian folk culture. Her passing has prompted an outpouring of tributes from across the country.

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