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Assam mourns singer Zubeen Garg with heartfelt tribute
✍️ The Economic Times
🗓 20 Sep 2026, 01:16 PM
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The state of Assam gathered to honour late singer‑songwriter Zubeen Garg, who passed away in Singapore last year, with a public tribute ceremony.
Assam’s cultural officials and fans convened in a solemn ceremony to commemorate the life and work of Zubeen Garg, the beloved Assamese singer who died in Singapore in 2023. The tribute featured performances of his most popular songs, a video montage of his career, and statements from state leaders highlighting his contribution to regional music and cinema.
Family members of the late artist were present, receiving condolences from the chief minister and senior ministers. They expressed gratitude for the outpouring of affection across the state and reaffirmed Garg’s enduring influence on new generations of musicians.
The event, organized by the Assam Department of Cultural Affairs, also served as a reminder of the artist’s philanthropic efforts, including his support for disaster relief and education initiatives in rural Assam. Organisers announced plans to establish a memorial fund in his name to nurture emerging talent in the state’s music industry.
Family members of the late artist were present, receiving condolences from the chief minister and senior ministers. They expressed gratitude for the outpouring of affection across the state and reaffirmed Garg’s enduring influence on new generations of musicians.
The event, organized by the Assam Department of Cultural Affairs, also served as a reminder of the artist’s philanthropic efforts, including his support for disaster relief and education initiatives in rural Assam. Organisers announced plans to establish a memorial fund in his name to nurture emerging talent in the state’s music industry.