The Assam government has announced a three-day state mourning period following the death of renowned singer Zubeen Garg, reported news agency ANI.

The Assam Chief Minister’s Office (CMO) stated that there will be no official entertainment, ceremonial programmes, or public celebrations during this period. However, “essential activities” will continue under the ongoing ‘Sewa Saptah’ campaign.

The decision for the three-day state mourning, from 20th to 22nd September 2025, was taken by Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. In a tweet, CM Sarma expressed his condolences, saying, “In loving memory of Assam’s eternal voice, Zubeen Garg. As a mark of respect, HCM Dr @himantabiswa has directed that State Mourning be declared from 20th to 22nd September 2025. During this period, all official entertainment, ceremonial programs, and public celebrations will be in abeyance. Assam Government stands in solidarity with the people in mourning beloved Zubeen. His legacy will forever resonate in our hearts. Essential service activities under ‘Sewa Saptah’ will continue, while ceremonial or benefit-distribution events stand postponed.”

Earlier, the Chief Minister provided an update on the mortal remains of the late singer, who passed away at the age of 52 in Singapore on Friday. On Saturday, CM Sarma posted on X (formerly Twitter) that a post-mortem will be conducted in Singapore before Zubeen Garg’s mortal remains are handed over to Indian authorities.

In another tweet, he informed that the mortal remains will be kept at Sarusajai, Guwahati, allowing supporters to pay their last tributes to the beloved artist.

Zubeen Garg’s sudden demise has left a deep void among his fans both within Assam and beyond. CM Sarma, who has been in regular communication with Singaporean authorities, has requested a detailed inquiry into the circumstances surrounding Garg’s death. According to ANI, the Chief Minister said, “I spoke to the High Commissioner of Singapore, His Excellency Simon Wong, and requested a detailed enquiry into the circumstances leading to the untimely demise of our beloved Zubeen Garg. Excellency has assured me of complete cooperation in this regard.”

The Assam Chief Minister is scheduled to travel to the national capital on Saturday to receive Garg’s mortal remains. He shared on X, “I will be going to Delhi later today to receive our beloved Zubeen’s mortal remains from Singapore. From there, we will immediately bring him back to Guwahati, hopefully by 6 am.”

Meanwhile, fans across Assam, including in Guwahati and Jorhat, were seen paying emotional tributes and mourning the loss of the iconic singer.

(With inputs from ANI)
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