GUWAHATI: The music and cultural legacy of Assam’s much-loved artist Zubeen Garg came alive at Gauhati University as the institution organised a special programme titled ‘Zubeen Anuranan’ to remember his creative contribution and lasting influence on Assamese music.
Held on the Gauhati University campus, the programme brought together music and remembrance in a tribute to an artist whose songs have remained closely connected with the emotions and cultural experiences of people in Assam.
According to Gauhati University, the event sought to honour Zubeen Garg’s contribution to music and creativity while revisiting the impact of his work on Assamese society. His musical creations have continued to resonate with listeners across different generations and have become an important part of Assam’s contemporary cultural landscape.
Gauhati University Vice-Chancellor Prof. Nani Gopal Mahanta attended the programme along with guests Dr. Pami Barthakur, Shashank Samir and Rupam Bhuyan, according to the university.
The gathering provided a platform for participants to remember Garg through his music and reflect on the cultural significance of his creative journey. The programme combined musical expression with memories of an artist whose work has left a distinctive mark on Assam’s cultural life.
The university said the event reflected the deep respect and affection that Zubeen Garg’s artistic contributions continue to receive in Assamese society. Through ‘Zubeen Anuranan’, the campus became a space for remembering his music and celebrating the enduring connection between his creations and the people of Assam.
Prof. Nani Gopal Mahanta is the Vice-Chancellor of Gauhati University, a designation also confirmed on the university’s official website.
