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Surjit Bindrakhia (15 April 1962 – 17 November 2003) was a singer from Punjab, India. He was known for his unique voice and hekh, in which he sings a note continuously in one breath. His biggest hits include Dupatta Tera Satrang Da, Lakk Tunoo Tunoo, Bas Kar Bas Kar and Tera Yaar Bolda. Surjit is considered to have one of the greatest voices in Bhangra history.

Immensely popular in the 1980s, 1990s, and 2000s, Bindrakhia's voice was considered to be one of the most powerful voices among traditional singers in Punjab. He had cut 32 solo audio cassettes during his decade-long career. Surjit's big break in the international market came in 1994 with Dupatta Tera Sat Rang Da, a track that can only be called game-changing. Since then many singers have tried to replicate this success, however, few have come close to Bindrakhia's height of success.

It was reported by various news outlets that Surjit had been suffering from health issues throughout the later stages of his life, he had been hospitalized multiple times. Due to a sudden decline in health, Surjit Bindrakhia died from a cardiac arrest on the morning of 17 November 2003 at his home in Phase-7, Mohali.

He was 41.