Chief Minister of Assam, Dr Himanta Biswa Sarma, extended birthday greetings to Singer Zubeen Garg on November 18th, and called him as the ‘True Flagbearer of Assam’s cultural renaissance’.
CM Sarma posted on social media X: “শুভ জন্মদিন জুবিন! Heartiest greetings to music sensation and Assam’s heartthrob Zubeen Garg on his Birthday. Zubeen has been a true flagbearer of Assam’s cultural renaissance and continues to mesmerise us with his mellifluous voice.” Additionally he shared one of his most popular and soulful renditions ‘Silaa’, on Twitter.
শুভ জন্মদিন জুবিন!
Heartiest greetings to music sensation and Assam’s heartthrob Zubeen Garg on his birthday.
Zubeen has been a true flagbearer of Assam’s cultural renaissance & continues to mesmerise us with his mellifluous voice.
Sharing one of his soulful renditions!…
— Himanta Biswa Sarma (@himantabiswa) November 18, 2023
Zubeen’s first composition, ‘Gaane ki Aane’, displayed his lyrical talent at the age of only 13. Yet, it was ‘Ya Ali Rahem Wali’ from the 2006 film Gangster that brought him National recognition, earning awards at Stardust, IIFA and Filmfare.
In a span of 30 years, Zubeen has recorded 35,000 songs in 40 languages, showcasing his versatility in singing, songwriting, playing instruments and composing poems. Recognising its originality and positivity people acknowledge Zubeen’s early music as reminiscent of Assam’s cultural icon Dr. Bhupen Hazarika.
Beyond his artistic contributions, Zubeen is praised for his kindness, frequently aiding fans in times of need. His words, art and music serve as inspiration for the younger generation, showcasing the profound impact of Assam’s cultural figures.
