Zubeen Garg Funeral- The mortal remains of Assamese singer Zubeen Garg were taken to his residence on Sunday, September 21, after being brought to Guwahati airport from Delhi. Air India Express flight IX 1197, carrying the mortal remains of the singer landed at Guwahati airport in the morning. Assam Chief Minister had and Union Minister of State for External Affairs Pabitra Margherita had paid homage to Zubeen at Delhi airport on Saturday after his mortal remains were brought from Singapore.
Zubeen Garg Funeral- Three-day state mourning in Assam
The untimely demise of the 51-year-old singer during the scuba diving session in Singapore, on September 19, has left the people of Assam in deep grief. A large crowd of emotional fans gathered along the route as his body was brought to his residence. Fans have gathered outside his residence as well. Social media is flooded with posts paying tribute to the late Assamese singer. Zubeen’s mortal remains will be kept at the Arjun Bhogeswar Baruah Sports Complex in Sarusajai, Guwahati, Assam, on Sunday, September 21, for fans and well-wishers to offer their last respects. CrematioN details have not be shared yet.
The mortal remains of beloved Zubeen Garg will be kept at the Arjun Bhogeswar Baruah Sports Complex (Sarusajai Stadium) on September 21, from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, for the public to pay their respects.
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— Chief Minister Assam (@CMOfficeAssam) September 20, 2025
“The Government of Assam, with deep sorrow, informs that the mortal remains of Shri Zubeen Garg, an artist larger than life, a cultural icon, filmmaker, and the eternal heartthrob of millions, will be kept at Arjun Bhogeswar Baruah Sports Complex (Sarusajai Stadium) tomorrow, September 21, from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, for friends, followers, and admirers to pay their last respects. All are requested to extend their cooperation in ensuring that the final journey of Assam’s beloved son is conducted with dignity and becomes a farewell to be remembered for all time,” CM Sarma wrote on X.
The Assam government has also announced a three-day state mourning as a tribute to Zubeen. Assam CMO stated that there will be no official entertainment, ceremonial programs, or public celebrations during the period.
#WATCH | Assam | Mortal remains of singer Zubeen Garg being taken to his residence after being brought to Guwahati airport from Delhi.
— ANI (@ANI) September 21, 2025
Zubeen Garg passed away in a scuba accident in Singapore on 19 September. pic.twitter.com/FzSZPF2oQp
Meanwhile, Assam Education Minister Dr Ranoj Pegu stated, “The entire Assam is in a state of shock… There is a Cabinet meeting today. Anything pertaining to this incident or any relevant matters will be discussed, and decisions will be taken.”
