Mangaluru, Jan 26, 2022: Eminent Carnatic Vocalist of the city, Sheela Divakar (51) passed away due to Brain Hemorrhage at K.M.C Hospital Attavar.
She was an accomplished music artist and music teacher for the past 30 years and has contributed her voice to many Bharatanatyam programs in and around the city, and numerous music albums.
She was conferred with the prestigious Aryabhata Award for yeoman service rendered in the field of music.
She is survived by husband Divakar L Rao, daughter Navya D Rao, son Dheeraj D. Rao and numerous students.