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Assam CM inaugurates Rs 35‑crore Bhupen Hazarika museum on his birth centenary
✍️ India Today NE
🗓 09 Sep 2026, 12:03 AM
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On the 100th birth anniversary of legendary singer‑composer Dr. Bhupen Hazarika, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma laid the foundation stone for a Rs 35 crore museum dedicated to the icon.
During a ceremony in Assam, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma paid homage to Dr. Bhupen Hazarika, marking the centenary of the cultural legend's birth, and formally laid the foundation stone for a new museum. The project, earmarked at Rs 35 crore, will house memorabilia, audio‑visual archives and interactive exhibits that chronicle Hazarika's contributions to music, literature and social activism.
The museum is intended to become a focal point for scholars, artists and tourists, showcasing the artist’s legacy and promoting Assam’s rich cultural heritage. State officials said the facility will also host workshops and performances, fostering a new generation’s engagement with Hazarika’s oeuvre.
While the exact timeline for completion was not disclosed, the foundation ceremony underscored the government’s commitment to preserving and celebrating the state’s artistic icons. The initiative aligns with broader efforts to boost cultural tourism and reinforce Assam’s identity on the national stage.
The museum is intended to become a focal point for scholars, artists and tourists, showcasing the artist’s legacy and promoting Assam’s rich cultural heritage. State officials said the facility will also host workshops and performances, fostering a new generation’s engagement with Hazarika’s oeuvre.
While the exact timeline for completion was not disclosed, the foundation ceremony underscored the government’s commitment to preserving and celebrating the state’s artistic icons. The initiative aligns with broader efforts to boost cultural tourism and reinforce Assam’s identity on the national stage.