Guwahati, Sept 24: The Assam government has blacklisted North East India Festival (NEIF) organiser Shyamkanu Mahanta, along with any organisations linked to him, from hosting events in the state.

The strict action follows the death of cultural icon Zubeen Garg in Singapore, where he had travelled to participate in the festival.

Making the announcement through social media post on Wednesday, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said that the government will neither extend financial support nor allow sponsorships to any of Mahanta's events.

“The State Government has decided to prohibit Shri Shyamkanu Mahanta and any organisation associated with him from holding any functions or festivals within Assam. Further, the State Government will not provide any financial grant, advertisement, or spo

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