NGTVENGLISH EXCLUSIVE: Garima Saikia Garg Requests Fans Not to Use “Death Anniversary” for Zubeen Garg
GUWAHATI — Garima Saikia Garg, fashion designer and wife of the late legendary Assamese cultural icon Zubeen Garg, has shared a deeply emotional appeal ahead of her husband’s first memorial milestone.
Addressing fans and well-wishers across social media, Garima urged everyone to refrain from using the phrase “death anniversary” when honoring the iconic singer-composer…
”Please don’t use the word ‘death anniversary’… he exists… Always will be!!” Garima wrote in a heartfelt online post, accompanied by folded-hands emojis.
Her poignant message reflects the profound sentiment shared by millions of fans that Zubeen Garg’s physical absence cannot extinguish his immortal artistic presence. Through his immense discography of over 30,000 songs, timeless compositions, and charitable works, his legacy continues to stay vibrantly alive across Assam and the world.
Background Context
Tragic Demise: Legendary artist Zubeen Garg tragically passed away at age 52 on September 19, 2025, due to drowning during an outing in Singapore. He was in the country to participate in the North East India Festival.
State Honors: Following national grieving, his last rites were performed with full state honors and a 21-gun salute in Sonapur near Guwahati, attended by tens of thousands of mourners.
Ongoing Investigation: A Special Investigation Team (SIT) and Assam Police CID continue legal proceedings related to the circumstances of his passing, while fans across the globe continue to celebrate his enduring life and music.
