Assam witnessed an unforgettable moment, the fourth largest gathering on September 21 as lakhs of people flooded the streets of Guwahati to bid farewell to legendary singer and cultural icon Zubeen Garg. The city turned into a sea of mourning, with fans traveling from across the state and beyond for one last glimpse of their beloved star.

The vast scale of the gathering was so massive that the Limca Book of Records recognized it as one of the largest public funerals in history, ranking it fourth worldwide alongside the final journeys of Michael Jackson, Pope Francis, and Queen Elizabeth II.

Traffic came to a standstill, shops downed shutters, and the city paused in grief. The funeral procession was filled with flowers, songs, and prayers, every corner of Guwahati echoed with the loss of a voice that shaped generations.

About Zubeen Garg

Known as the “King of Humming,” Zubeen was more than just a playback singer. He gave Assamese music a national platform, with Bollywood hits like Ya Ali from Gangster (2006) making him a household name. Singing in multiple languages, he became a bridge between cultures and a source of pride for the Northeast.

Cause of Zubeen’s death

His sudden death on September 19 in Singapore left fans in shock. Zubeen had traveled for the North East Festival but tragically lost consciousness during a scuba diving session. Despite rescue efforts, doctors could not save him. He was only 52 years old.

The farewell reflected his unmatched legacy, young and old, millions united in grief, proving how deeply Zubeen touched lives. Social media was flooded with images of the historic crowd, with many calling it Assam’s biggest collective moment of sorrow. Zubeen Garg’s music will live on, but his final journey will be remembered forever as a testament to the love, respect, and unity he inspired.