Renowned 'Mappilapattu' singer Peer Mohammed passes away at 78
Kannur, Nov 16: Noted 'Mappilapattu' artist Peer Mohammed, known for his melodious rendition of the traditional Mappila songs, passed away due to age related ailments at his residence in Muzhuppilangad here on Tuesday, family sources said.
He was 78 and had been undergoing treatment for various health issues for some time, they said.
Mohammed, who mesmerised music buffs with his unique singing style and clear voice for decades, had several hit Mappila songs to his credit. Born to Aziz Ahmed, who was from Thalassery here, and Bilkis, a native of Tenkasi in Tamil Nadu, on January 8, 1945, he had composed and rendered over 4000 songs in his illustrious career as a singer.
Besides stage programmes, Mohammed also tried his hand in Malayalam films under the music compositions of legends like A T Ummer and K Raghavan Master.
He was also a recipient of several honours including the Kerala Folklore Academy Award.
He is survived by wife Rahana and four children.
Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, in his condolence message, said Mohammed played a key role in popularising the Mappilapattu in the state.
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Two-wheeler rider killed after ramming tanker near Arkula Bridge in Mangaluru
Mangaluru: A two-wheeler rider was killed on Sunday morning after his vehicle collided with a tanker from behind near Arkula Bridge, police said.
The deceased has been identified as Muhammad Ashfaq (22), a resident of Farangipete.
According to reports, the tanker was heading towards BC Road when the two-wheeler rammed into it from behind near a furniture shop close to Arkula Bridge. Ashfaq sustained severe injuries.
He was immediately shifted to a private hospital in Padil where he recived initial treatment. However, he succumbed to his injuries while being taken to another private hospital in the city for further treatment, police added.
Traffic police have registered a case in connection with the incident.
