Biswanath Chariali: In a heartwarming gesture of compassion and devotion, a retired Indian Army jawan has turned his personal car into a free service vehicle for the sick, inspired by his deep admiration for the late Assamese music legend Zubeen Garg.
Paban Borah, a veteran soldier and currently serving as a security officer at a nationalized bank in North Lakhimpur, has converted his Tata Punch hatchback into a makeshift ambulance to transport patients to hospitals without any charge.
Originally from Gohpur in Biswanath district, Borah said he was deeply moved by the news of Zubeen Garg’s untimely demise. “The grief I felt for his (Zubeen’s) death was much more than the one I had at the death of my mother,” he said, explaining that his humanitarian effort is a tribute to the artist who inspired him profoundly.
Borah’s free transport service will operate across North Lakhimpur and his hometown Gohpur, helping those who cannot afford emergency transport.
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A man of many talents and a spirit of service, Borah retired from the armed forces in 2007 and is also recognized for his musical achievements. He holds a place in the Assam Book of Records for playing the tabla continuously for four hours and performing four pairs of taal solo.
Through this noble act, Borah keeps alive the compassionate legacy of Zubeen Garg—serving humanity with love and dedication.
