With Zubeen Garg’s final cinematic work Roi Roi Binale already creating waves ahead of its scheduled release on October 31, the Assam government on Wednesday announced that it will hand over the entire state’s share of Goods and Services Tax (GST) collected from the movie to the Kala Guru Artiste Foundation. Assamese Singer Zubeen Garg, Famous for ‘Ya Ali’ Song From 'Gangster', Dies in Scuba Diving Accident in Singapore; Ashok Singhal, Ripun Bora Pay Tribute.

Announcing the decision after a cabinet meeting at Lok Sewa Bhawan, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said the funds will be used by the foundation to support artistes in need of medical assistance, help flood-affected families, and extend aid to financially disadvantaged students pursuing education.

Himanta Biswa Sarma Announces

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