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 during this period, there will be no official entertainment, ceremonial programs, or public celebrations. However, essential activities will continue under the ‘Sewa Saptah’ campaign.
The decision for the three-day state mourning was taken by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. In a tweet, CM Sarma expressed his condolences:
“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, CM Sarma provided updates regarding the mortal remains of the late singer, who passed away at the age of 52 in Singapore on Friday. He announced that Garg’s post-mortem would be conducted in Singapore, after which the mortal remains will be handed over to Indian authorities.
In another tweet, the Chief Minister stated that Garg’s mortal remains will be kept at Sarusajai in Guwahati to allow supporters to pay their last tributes.
Zubeen Garg’s sudden demise has left a deep void among his fans both in Assam and beyond. CM Sarma, who has been in constant touch with authorities in Singapore, requested a detailed inquiry into the circumstances leading to the singer’s death.
He wrote on X (formerly Twitter):
“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 Chief Minister will travel to New Delhi on Saturday to receive the mortal remains of Zubeen Garg. He added:
“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.”
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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