GUWAHATI, Oct 15: The organising committee of the proposed Zubeen Garg Mahotsav has suspended all programmes scheduled for November 18, 19 and 20, citing respect for the sentiments of the late singer’s family and admirers. It also announced that no festival-oriented events would be organised in the future until justice was delivered to Zubeen Garg.
In a statement issued on Wednesday, the committee said the decision followed internal discussions and consideration of the views expressed by Garg’s family members, admirers and well-wishers.
The announcement came after several prominent figures associated with the proposed festival, including Garg’s wife Garima Saikia Garg, Union Minister Pabitra Margherita, singer Manas Robin and All Assam Students’ Union (AASU) president Utpal Sarma, publicly distanced themselves from the event.
Addressing the people of Assam, the committee said seeking justice for the late singer remained its primary objective.
“Our main goal is justice for Zubeen Garg. For us, justice for Zubeenda is not merely a demand; it is our moral responsibility and collective commitment,” the statement said.
The organisers maintained that suspending the festival and refraining from similar events in the future were appropriate ways to demonstrate respect for the singer while keeping the focus on the demand for justice.
The committee said it had communicated its decision through social media to the public, political parties, organisations, well-wishers and the media.
It added that it had previously raised its voice seeking justice for Garg and would continue pursuing the demand with commitment and responsibility.
The organisers also appealed for public support, expressing hope that people across Assam would understand and cooperate with the decision.
