Ajit Pandey

Ajit Pandey (1939 — 13 June 2013) was an Indian singer and politician. Born in 1939 in Murshidabad, Pandey became involved in both music and politics from an early age. During his career, he recorded over 30 albums, winning international awards from Russia, Bangladesh and Vietnam. He also served as a Member of the Legislative Assembly, representing the constituency of Bowbazar. He died of a heart attack in Kolkata at the age of 75.