Assam declares three-day state mourning in honour of Zubeen Garg

The Assam government has announced a three-day state mourning following the death of renowned singer Zubeen Garg, reported news agency ANI.

The Assam Chief Minister’s Office (CMO) stated that there will be no official entertainment, ceremonial programs, or public celebrations during this period. However, “essential activities” will continue under the ‘Sewa Saptah’ campaign.

This decision for a three-day state mourning was taken by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. In a tweet, CM Sarma wrote, “In loving memory of Assam’s eternal voice, Zubeen Garg. As a mark of respect, HCM Dr @himantabiswa has directed that State Mourning be declared from 20th to 22nd September 2025. During this period, all official entertainment, ceremonial programs, and public celebrations will be in abeyance. Assam Government stands in solidarity with the people in mourning beloved Zubeen. His legacy will forever resonate in our hearts. Essential service activities under ‘Sewa Saptah’ will continue, while ceremonial or benefit-distribution events stand postponed.”

Earlier, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma provided updates regarding the mortal remains of the late singer, who passed away at the age of 52 in Singapore on Friday. On Saturday, the CM posted on X (formerly Twitter) that Garg’s post-mortem will be conducted in Singapore, after which his mortal remains will be handed over to Indian authorities.

In another tweet, he announced that Garg’s mortal remains will be kept at Sarusajai, Guwahati, to allow supporters to pay their last tributes.

The sudden demise of Zubeen Garg has left a deep void among his fans both in Assam and beyond. The Chief Minister, who has been in regular contact with Singaporean authorities, has requested a detailed inquiry into the circumstances leading to Garg’s death. According to ANI, CM Sarma stated, “I spoke to the High Commissioner of Singapore, His Excellency Simon Wong, and requested a detailed enquiry into the circumstances leading to the untimely demise of our beloved Zubeen Garg. Excellency has assured me of complete cooperation in this regard.”

The Assam CM also shared that he will travel to the national capital on Saturday to receive Garg’s mortal remains. “I will be going to Delhi later today to receive our beloved Zubeen’s mortal remains from Singapore. From there, we will immediately bring him back to Guwahati, hopefully by 6 am,” he added.

Meanwhile, fans across Assam, including those in Guwahati and Jorhat, were seen breaking down as they paid emotional tributes to the beloved singer.

(With inputs from ANI)
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