By Our Reporter
SHILLONG, Oct 19: The air at Deva Kumar Das Memorial Hall in Bishnupur resonated with devotion and emotion as the Shillong Central Rongali Bihu Celebration Committee and the Sankardev Cultural Centre came together on Sunday to pay homage to the legendary philanthropist and artist, Zubeen Garg. The Shraddhanjali, held in his loving memory, transformed into a moving cultural tribute intertwined with a strong call for justice through the ongoing #JusticeForZubeen campaign.
Participating in the event, noted columnist and Editor of The Shillong Times, Patricia Mukhim, demanded a CBI inquiry into the untimely demise of the iconic singer.
“Demand for justice for Zubeen should be a constant call,” she said, adding since people of Assam are demanding CBI probe to find the truth behind the incident, I hope that demand is complied with by the Assam government. “The demand for a transparent probe should persist. It is unfortunate that we have lost faith in some of the institutions we have produced as a country so now if people feel they have no faith in the SIT probe, the present Government which has also been claiming that it wants justice for Zubeen should make way for a CBI enquiry if that is the public demand. On no account should the people of Assam allow Zubeen’s death to turn into a political game” Mukhim reiterated.
Taking part in the event, Minister for Arts and Culture, Animal Husbandry and Veterinary etc., Sanbor Shullai in his address mentioned that he recently met Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and demanded justice for Zubeen Garg on behalf of the people of Assam and the North East.
The solemn event featured Naam Kirtan, soulful renditions of Zubeen’s songs and Borgeet, heartfelt recitations, and a collective signature campaign symbolising the people’s unwavering demand for truth and accountability. Amidst chants and melodies, Shillong’s artistic and cultural fraternity united not only to honour a musical icon but also to amplify a growing public sentiment that the melody of justice for Zubeen must not fade away.
A Nahor plantation drive was also organised during the event, reflecting a message of hope and renewal.
Dr Diganta Das, Member of the Shillong Central Rongali Bihu Committee, expressed that the tribute was not just a remembrance of Zubeen’s music but also a collective pledge to continue the pursuit of justice with unity and peace.
