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Arijit Singh Quits Singing January 27, 2026
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Summary
- Arijit Singh retired from playback singing on January 27, 2026.
- His family migrated from Lahore to West Bengal after Partition.
- Jiaganj in Murshidabad is his childhood home and retreat.
On January 27, 2026, Arijit Singh's announcement of his retirement from playback singing sent ripples of shock through India. The celebrated artist, however, remains deeply connected to his roots in Jiaganj, West Bengal.
His father, Surinder Singh, shared the family's history, explaining their migration from Lahore to Lalgola after the Partition. Originally cloth merchants, they rebuilt their lives in West Bengal, eventually finding a home in Jiaganj.
Despite achieving immense fame, Arijit Singh, known as 'Shomu' to locals, has always been drawn back to the tranquility of Jiaganj. His father noted the singer's inability to settle in Mumbai, emphasizing the powerful pull of their hometown.
Currently, Arijit Singh's children attend local schools in Jiaganj, and his philanthropic efforts focus on improving facilities in the town. His recent song, 'Raina,' composed by Shekhar Ravjiani, has garnered attention.
