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The BCCI has organized a special musical tribute for the late Assamese icon Zubeen Garg. A 40-minute programme will feature performances by renowned artists before the cricket match. This event aims to honour Garg's immense contribution to Indian music. The tribute will take place at the ICC Women's World Cup opener in Guwahati.

Key Points: BCCI Tribute for Zubeen Garg with Shreya Ghoshal at World Cup Opener

  • BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia announced the special pre-match tribute event
  • The programme will feature performances by Shreya Ghoshal, Papon, and Joi Barua
  • The tribute honours legendary singer Zubeen Garg who passed away recently
  • The event precedes the India vs Sri Lanka ICC Women's World Cup opener in Guwahati
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BCCI secretary Saikia confirms 40 minutes tribute programme for Zubeen Garg ahead of IND-SL World Cup opener

BCCI secretary confirms 40-minute musical tribute featuring Shreya Ghoshal, Papon, and Joi Barua for Assamese icon Zubeen Garg before India-Sri Lanka match.

"We are going to organise a tribute programme of 40 minutes... to keep Zubeen's memory alive - Devajit Saikia, BCCI Secretary"

Guwahati, September 26

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) secretary Devajit Saikia confirmed that a 40-minute programme in tribute to deceased legendary singer Zubeen Garg will take place before India's ICC Women's World Cup opener in Guwahati with singers Shreya Ghoshal, Papon, Joi Barua and Shillong Chamber Choir as acts of paying tribute to Assamese icon through their performances.

India's ICC Women's Cricket World Cup will start against Sri Lanka at Guwahati on September 30 onwards.

Speaking to the media, Saikia said, "We have decided that before the India-Sri Lanka clash at Guwahati, to keep Zubeen's memory alive, we are going to organise a tribute programme of 40 minutes, in which famous artists from Assam, like Papon, Joi Barua and Shillong Chamber Choir, along with Shreya Ghoshal will be performing. They will be paying their tribute and respect to Zubeen with their performances."

Notably, Ghoshal has also sung the official anthem of the ICC Women's World Cup.

Zubeen Garg passed away in Singapore on September 19 after an alleged drowning incident. His body was flown to the national capital, Delhi, and later transported to Assam on a commercial flight that landed in Guwahati on Sunday morning. Garg was in Singapore for the Northeast India Festival. His final rites were carried out in the Kamarkuchi village of Assam on September 23, in the presence of hundreds of fans, his family members, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, Union Minister Kiren Rijiju and other political leaders. A gun salute was given to Zubeen at the crematorium.

Known as the cultural icon of Assam, Zubeen was not just a singer but also a composer, music director, actor, and filmmaker. With a career spanning over three decades, he lent his voice to thousands of songs in Assamese, Hindi, Bengali, and several other Indian languages.

He had delivered memorable songs in Assamese, Hindi, and Bengali. One of his most popular releases came with the song 'Ya Ali' from Emraan Hashmi and Kangana Ranaut starrer 'Gangster'.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Great initiative by BCCI. But 40 minutes seems too long before a crucial World Cup match. Players need proper warm-up time. Could have been shorter tribute.
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Arun Y
As an Assamese, I'm emotional reading this. Zubeen da's music connected all of Northeast India. Having Papon and Shreya Ghoshal perform is perfect tribute. Joi Aai Axom!
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Sarah B
Wonderful to see cultural tributes integrated with sports. Zubeen's Ya Ali was iconic! Looking forward to watching both the tribute and the match.
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Manish T
Hope this sets a precedent for honoring regional artists at national events. Zubeen Garg deserved this recognition. His contribution to Indian music was immense.
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Kavya N
Perfect venue choice - Guwahati was his home. The Shillong Chamber Choir will add such emotional depth to the tribute. Can't wait to watch this! ❤️

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