Veteran Kashmiri folk singer Ustad Ghulam Nabi Shah, fondly known as “Hamle Bulbul,” passed away at his ancestral home in Baramulla district. Known for his soulful voice and contribution to Kashmiri traditional music, Shah leaves behind a rich legacy of over three decades in the field of folk performance and cultural preservation.

Key Points:

• Ustad Ghulam Nabi Shah died on June 11, 2025, at his home in Dangiwacha, Rafiabad, Baramulla district, Jammu & Kashmir.
• He was widely known as “Hamle Bulbul” (nightingale) due to his melodious voice and mastery of Kashmiri folk music.
• Shah worked for over 30 years with the J&K Information Department, promoting Kashmiri music across India and abroad.
• He was an expert in Bacha Nagma dance and the rare art of glass dance, where he performed with a glass of water balanced on his head.
• In 2011, he was honoured with the Sher-e-Kashmir Sheikh Mohammad Abdullah Award for his contribution to Kashmiri folk music and culture.