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Singer Papon honors late Zubeen Garg on first death anniversary
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🗓 21 Sep 2026, 05:03 AM
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On the first anniversary of Zubeen Garg’s death, Indian singer Papon paid a heartfelt tribute, recalling the late artist’s impact on music.
Papon marked the first death anniversary of Assamese music legend Zubeen Garg with a sincere tribute, acknowledging the profound loss felt across the Indian music fraternity.
In a post shared on his social media channels, the singer expressed admiration for Garg’s versatility, noting how the late artist blended folk, rock and pop to create a distinct sound that resonated nationwide.
Papon also highlighted Garg’s role in popularising Assamese culture beyond regional boundaries, crediting him for inspiring a generation of singers, including himself, to experiment with diverse musical styles.
Fans and fellow artists responded with messages of condolence, reaffirming Zubeen Garg’s enduring legacy in India’s contemporary music scene.
In a post shared on his social media channels, the singer expressed admiration for Garg’s versatility, noting how the late artist blended folk, rock and pop to create a distinct sound that resonated nationwide.
Papon also highlighted Garg’s role in popularising Assamese culture beyond regional boundaries, crediting him for inspiring a generation of singers, including himself, to experiment with diverse musical styles.
Fans and fellow artists responded with messages of condolence, reaffirming Zubeen Garg’s enduring legacy in India’s contemporary music scene.