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Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma personally received the mortal remains of legendary singer Zubeen Garg at Delhi airport in the early hours of Sunday. The CM led an emotional tribute where dignitaries and admirers sang Zubeen's iconic song "Mayabini" together. The state government has declared three days of official mourning following the singer's tragic drowning in Singapore. Zubeen's body will be taken to Guwahati where the public can pay respects at Sarusajai Sports Complex.

Key Points: Assam CM Himanta Sarma Receives Zubeen Garg Mortal Remains in Delhi

  • CM Sarma flew to Delhi to receive Zubeen's remains from Singapore flight
  • Emotional tribute included placing gamocha and floral wreath on coffin
  • Government declares 3-day state mourning across Assam
  • Mortal remains to be kept at Sarusajai Sports Complex for public homage
  • Zubeen drowned while swimming at Lazarus Island during festival
  • Union Minister Pabitra Margherita joined officials in paying respects
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Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma pays floral tribute to Zubeen Garg

Assam CM Himanta Sarma pays floral tribute to singer Zubeen Garg at Delhi airport, leads emotional rendition of 'Mayabini' as state observes 3-day mourning.

"The Chief Minister sang in unison with other dignitaries and admirers the popular song 'Mayabini' - Official Release"

Janasanyog, September 21

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, on early Sunday, received the mortal remains of eminent singer and cultural icon, Zubeen Garg, at the Indira Gandhi International Airport Terminal 4 in New Delhi.

According to an official release, the Chief Minister arrived in the national capital on Saturday evening to receive the singer's mortal remains. The Chief Minister placed a floral wreath on the coffin carrying the embalmed body of the singer at around 12.55 am. CM Sarma also laid a gamocha on the coffin. Union Minister of External Affairs, Pabitra Margherita, senior officials of the Government of Assam and the Government of India and admirers also paid floral tribute to the deceased.

Before the coffin was lifted, the Chief Minister sang in unison with other dignitaries and admirers the popular song 'Mayabini', which the singer requested everyone to sing when he was no more. The mortal remains were carried from Singapore by Air India Flight AI 2116 and then to a special chartered flight for onward journey to Guwahati.

The heartthrob and voice of millions, Zubeen, drowned on Friday while swimming at Lazarus Island, Singapore. He was 52. The singer had gone to participate in the North East India Festival.

The mortal remains will be kept at the Sarusajai Sports Complex on Sunday to enable people to pay their last respects.

Chief Minister Sarma disclosed that the mortal remains would be taken straight to the singer's residence at Kharghuli from the Lokapriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport. Dr. Sarma appealed to legions of fans and admirers not to gather at the singer's residence so that the bereaved family can spend some time with the mortal remains of the singer. Zubeen is survived by his wife and father.

The release stated that the Government of Assam has declared three days of state mourning from 20 to 22 September following the tragic death of the iconic singer and music composer. During this period, all official entertainment, ceremonial programs and public celebrations will be kept in abeyance. Essential service activities under 'Sewa Saptah' will continue, while ceremonial or benefit-distribution events stand postponed.

A pall of gloom has descended in Assam and beyond its borders following the tragic demise of the much-loved singer and composer. Life came to a standstill in the capital city and other parts of Assam with shopkeepers downing their shutters and people paying tribute to the departed soul.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Respect to CM Sarma for personally receiving the mortal remains and singing Mayabini. This shows how much Zubeen meant to Assam's cultural identity.
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David E
While the gesture is appreciated, I wonder if such elaborate state arrangements are made for every artist or only the famous ones. Still, a tragic loss for Indian music.
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Ananya R
The gamocha on his coffin 😢 Such a beautiful Assamese tradition. Zubeen da always celebrated our culture through his music. Gone too soon.
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Karthik V
Three days of state mourning is completely justified. Zubeen Garg wasn't just a singer - he was the voice of Northeast India. His contribution to Assamese cinema and music is unparalleled.
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Sarah B
So tragic to lose such a talented artist while he was representing Indian culture abroad. My condolences to his family and all his fans in Assam.

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