Srinagar, Nov 06: Famous third gender Kahsmiri Singer Abdul Rashid popularly known as Reshma passed away early on Sunday morning.
Rashid breathed his last at SMHS hospital, his neighbour told news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO), adding that he died at 12 O clock.
Reshma was known for the typical and unique song “Hai Hai Wesai, Yaran hai tadepevnas” sung in various wedding functions that went viral on social media. A resident of Iddgah area of Srinagar, Rashid as per his neighbours was a humble, friendly and a great human being.
Reshma’s funeral was held at Mirjanpora Masjid, were hundreds attended the funeral and was later laid to rest.
Bablu Transgender’s Association president expressed shock and grief over Rashid’s death. “We are pained and grieved over the death of our colleage,” Bablu said.