In Pics: Zubeen Garg's final journey, thousands turn out to pay their last respect
Assam bid a heartfelt and massive farewell to its beloved musical icon. Thousands of grieving fans gathered to pay their last respects, lining the streets to catch a final glimpse as Zubeen Garg's funeral procession made its way through the city, a powerful testament to the immense love and legacy he leaves behind.
Zubeen Garg's Final Journey Zubeen Garg tragically died on Friday (September 19) in a scuba diving accident when he was in Singapore for the North East Festival. The noted singer's mortal remains were brought to India from Singapore and thousands of people gathered to offer their tributes to Zubeen Garg. His mortal remains were taken in a decorated vehicle and there was an enormous outpouring of public mourning.
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Honouring a Legend Zubeen's fans were seen reaching out to the van carrying his mortal remains to pay their respects. Zubeen died of drowning as mentioned in his death certificate issued by Singapore authorities.
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Mourners and Memories Thousands of mourners tried to capture the late singer for one last time in their phones. Assam CM Hemant Biswa was at the Delhi airport to receive the mortal remains before bringing it to Guwahati for the final rites.
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City united in grief As the funeral procession of Zubeen Garg made its way through the streets of Guwahati, this picture shows the large turnout. The funeral vehicle is surrounded by a huge crowd of people, many of whom were seen walking along with it.
Widespread Public Homage for Zubeen A huge crowd filled the street on both sides, following the artist's vehicle as they offered their prayers and tributes. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma inspected the site where singer Zubeen Garg will be cremated on Tuesday. Sarma visited the site at Kamarkuchi NC village in Sonapur revenue circle near Guwahati on Sunday night.
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Paying Last Respects Fans were seen turning out in large numbers as they bid goodbye to their beloved singer. Zubeen's final rites will be held on Tuesday morning (September 23).
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An Eternal Tribute This image, taken at night, shows a large crowd of people gathered below a building or structure.
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Remembering the Artist The decision to cremate Zubeen Garg at Kamarkuchi was taken at a cabinet meeting on Sunday evening.
