This poet of Music was the youth icon for more than three decades

By Mithun Dey

Zubeen Garg famously stated “Assam is famous for tea. Rhinos and Zubeen Garg”. It’s hard to believe that Zubeen Garg, the “Poet of Music” is no more on earth. He leaves us untimely at the age of 52. Our most beloved Zubeen da died on September 19 in Singapore while swimming at Lazarus Island. He was in Singapore to take part in the North East India Festival 2025. His death was a heart-rending episode for millions state wide. Garg’s passing sparked an outpouring of grief from fans around the state and his legacy continues to be honoured, including memories at his star in the heart of Assamese people. The singer of ‘Ya Ali’ still is an idol to million hearts of Assam.

Zubeen Garg was established to be for Assa

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