Assam CM Himanta Donates Blood on Zubeen Garg's First Death Anniversary

Commemorating the first death anniversary of Assam's beloved musical icon Zubeen Garg, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma led solemn statewide tributes on Saturday, September 19, 2026, stating that the immense cultural void left by the artist's sudden passing can never be filled. The legendary singer tragically passed away under mysterious circumstances while swimming in the sea on September 19 last year during a visit to Singapore for the Northeast India Festival. To mark the somber milestone, a three-day cultural observance titled "Zubeen Day" commenced on Thursday, drawing thousands of emotional admirers from across the northeastern state to his memorial site at Kamarkuchi, alongside widespread memorial gatherings held in his native hometown of Jorhat and numerous towns and hamlets across Assam.CM Himanta's Emotional Tribute: Remembering Assam's Cultural TreasureTaking to digital platforms to share his personal grief, Chief Minister Himanta expressed disbelief that an entire year had elapsed since the singer's untimely demise, sharing nostalgic footage of the cultural stalwart. In an emotional message, the Chief Minister wrote that while he often hopes the singer might reappear in his inimitable glory, the profound weight of his absence continues to deepen, defining true grief as an emptiness society learns to endure but can never genuinely reconcile. Emphasizing his personal connection to the late musician's vast discography, Sarma affirmed that he remains a devoted listener of Garg's melodies because they spoke directly to the everyday soul of the common people, describing the singer as an irreplaceable treasure of Assam whose artistic legacy will continue to inspire generations.Statewide Blood Donation Drive Mobilizes 3,800 Volunteers as TributeTransforming collective grief into public service, the state unit of the Bharatiya Janata Party organized widespread voluntary blood donation camps across all administrative districts to honor the singer's enduring humanitarian spirit. Chief Minister Himanta personally contributed blood at the party state headquarters in Guwahati, accompanied by cabinet colleagues, Members of Parliament, legislative assembly members, and state party president Dilip Saikia. Speaking to mediapersons on the sidelines of the drive, Sarma revealed that over 3,800 workers had officially registered to participate, reiterating that mobilizing lifesaving blood for critical patients stands as the most fitting and meaningful tribute to an iconic figure whose life continues to inspire compassion, unity, and social service.