Legacy of Zubeen Garg: Calls for Cultural Recognition

Congress president Gaurav Gogoi has urged the Assam government to preserve singer Zubeen Garg's ancestral home and establish an award in his memory. Gogoi proposed building a statue in Garg's honor by the Brahmaputra river in Guwahati and expressed the need for a music academy to nurture new talent.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Guwahati | Updated: 21-09-2025 21:18 IST | Created: 21-09-2025 21:18 IST
Legacy of Zubeen Garg: Calls for Cultural Recognition
Gaurav Gogoi
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Gaurav Gogoi, President of Assam Congress, has called on the state government to preserve the ancestral home of the late singer Zubeen Garg in Jorhat town, as well as to create an award in his honor to inspire future artists.

Addressing the need for cultural recognition, Gogoi has further suggested the installation of a statue of the revered singer along the Brahmaputra river in Guwahati, commemorating Garg's impactful artistry. This comes after Garg's tragic passing while swimming in Singapore.

In his statement, Gogoi emphasized the significance of respecting both the family's wishes and the desires of Jorhat's residents regarding Garg's cremation. He expressed commitment to collaborate with locals for commemorating Garg's legacy in the region.

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