On June 23, the veteran singer Alka Yagnik was honored by Padma Bhushanone of the most prestigious competitions in India, inaugurated by President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan. The singer has churned out popular Hindi cinema songs and over the years has made a huge mark in the hearts of the audience. So, the fans were really there to celebrate the recognition. Alka rarely appeared to receive the award and with her posts on Instagram, she also highlighted the health issues that have kept her out of the public eye in recent years.In a heartfelt message shared on social media, the singer revealed that she has been out of the spotlight for almost two years as she continues to deal with ongoing health issues. He also thanked the fans and well-wishers whose prayers, messages and support have helped him during this difficult time.Alka has been battling Sensorineural Hearing Loss (SNHL), a rare hearing problem that she previously revealed was caused by a viral attack.SNHL is considered the most common form of chronic hearing loss. Medical experts explain that the disease begins when the small particles in the ear, especially the small hair particles that live inside the cochlea, or the nerves that send information to the brain.Microscopic hair cells are essential for hearing. Unlike many other cells in the body, they rarely regenerate once damaged, so the hearing loss associated with SNHL is often permanent. The condition can affect one or both ears and can develop slowly over time or occur suddenly.According to medical information provided by the Cleveland Clinic, Sensorineural Hearing Loss can be caused by a variety of factors. Some people are born with this condition due to complications during pregnancy or childbirth, while others develop it later in life due to viral diseases, infections, head trauma, long-term exposure to noise or age-related damage.In Alka Yagnik’s case, the problem is said to be due to a viral infection that affected her ears, causing her hearing loss.Despite his health problems, the singer’s contribution to Indian music is unmatched. The Padma Bhushan honor also serves as further recognition of his incredible legacy, created over decades of unforgettable performances and timeless music that continues to entertain people across generations.