Fans line the streets and stadium, clutching cut‑outs and gamosas; public tribute at Sarusajai Stadium today from 9 AM to 7 PM
Final Journey Begins
- The mortal remains of Assam’s beloved singer Zubeen Garg began the last journey home from Guwahati airport towards his residence in Kahilipara early Sunday morning.
- Thousands of mourners lined the 25‑km route, showering the ambulance with flowers and holding up banners, cut‑outs, and the traditional Assamese gamosa inscribed with “Z G Forever.”
Emotional Moments at the Airport
- As the body arrived from Delhi, his wife Garima Saikia Garg offered floral tributes and placed a gamosa on the coffin. She was visibly emotional.
- The casket was then placed inside a flower‑decked ambulance, escorted through the VIP exit of Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport. Police and senior officials cleared the way.
Public Homage Arrangements
- The remains will stay at Zubeen Garg’s Kahilipara residence for about 1.5 hours for close family tributes before being moved to Arjun Bhogeswar Baruah Sports Complex (Sarusajai Stadium) for public homage.
- The stadium will be open for the public from 9 AM to 7 PM. Arrangements have been made to manage large crowds and maintain order.
Legacy & Impact
- Fans came from across Assam to pay their respects, many moved to tears singing his songs and shouting tributes like “Jai Zubeen da”.
- Zubeen Garg sang over 38,000 songs in more than 40 languages and dialects, leaving an enormous musical legacy.
Last Rites & Privacy Considerations
- Final rituals and cremation venue are yet to be confirmed. The Assam Cabinet is expected to meet in the evening to decide.
- Family has requested privacy for certain parts of the funeral proceedings. Access to some areas is being restricted to family and officials only.
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