Political Leaders Mourn Bharatanatyam Veteran Yamini Krishnamurti's Demise

Haryana Governor Bandaru Dattatreya and Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu mourned the passing of Bharatanatyam veteran Yamini Krishnamurti. Recalling her extraordinary contributions, leaders noted her impact on classical dance and her role as the 'asthana narthaki' of the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam.

In a somber moment for the Indian classical dance community, prominent political figures expressed their grief over the demise of Bharatanatyam stalwart Yamini Krishnamurti.

Haryana Governor Bandaru Dattatreya, in a poignant statement, highlighted her monumental contributions to classical dance and prayed for her soul's peace.

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu reminisced about Krishnamurti's illustrious career, including her tenure as the 'asthana narthaki' at the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam, and her global promotion of Kuchipudi dance.

(With inputs from agencies.)