The streets of Guwahati turned into a sea of people as thousands came together to say goodbye to Zubeen Garg. The legendary singer died in a tragic scuba diving accident in Singapore on September 19. He was brought home for his final journey. What followed was an overwhelming outpour of love, grief, and respect from every corner of the state.
From the Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to the heart of the city, silence mixed with song. People carried flowers, tears rolled down faces, and voices rose in unison with his music. Children sang his hits, while elders chanted his name. Rooftops and balconies overflowed with people eager to catch one last glimpse of the artist they adored.
Assam CM Pays Tribute To Zubeen Garg
Assam chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma shared photos on X (formerly Twitter) showing the massive crowds. He wrote, “A sea of humanity, united in according a farewell to their favourite son. He lived like a KING, he is being sent to the heavens like one.”
A sea of humanity, united in according a farewell to their favourite son.
— Himanta Biswa Sarma (@himantabiswa) September 21, 2025
He lived like a king, he is being sent to the heavens like one.#BelovedZubeen pic.twitter.com/Hcu3LcJKQp
Fans agreed and demanded a permanent memorial for the star. One wrote, “He will live forever in the hearts of 3.5 crore people of Assam. It’s time we honour him with a museum or a samadhi sthal in Guwahati.”
Another fan said, “The melodies that once filled our homes, hearts, and celebrations are now memories etched forever.”
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Anu Malik Says THIS About Zubeen
Music composer Anu Malik also shared his grief. Speaking to Hindustan Times, he recalled, “He was such a gentle, loving soul. Ab isse zyaada koi kisi ke baare mein kya bol sakta hai? I had met him first through a person from Assam. I made him sing in Fiza, and we got along like a house on fire.”
Malik added that Zubeen had faced health problems, including blackouts, but music always kept him going. “The call of the hills, of his own Assam was very strong,” he said.
Born in Jorhat, Zubeen became one of Assam’s greatest cultural icons. He sang in Assamese, Hindi, Bengali, Manipuri, Boro, Marathi, and even Malayalam. His versatility and electrifying live shows made him a legend across India.
While fans nationwide remember him for Ya Ali from the 2006 film Gangster, his true legacy lies in championing Assamese music and giving it a voice on the national stage.
