'Greatest pride of Assam' - Riyan Parag shares heartfelt message after singer Zubeen Garg's untimely demise

The sudden death of renowned Assamese and Bollywood singer Zubeen Garg has witnessed tributes pouring in from all corners. Among those affected is Indian cricketer Riyan Parag, who shared an emotional message mourning the loss of the legendary singer.

The 52-year-old singer passed away on September 19 after a tragic scuba diving accident in Singapore. The celebrated singer was in the island nation to perform at the North East Festival. According to reports, Garg initially wore a life jacket but removed it soon after, claiming discomfort. Moments later, he was found floating in the sea. Despite immediate rescue efforts and being rushed to Singapore General Hospital, doctors could not save him.

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His untimely demise has put a massive void in the music industry, particularly in Assam, where he was seen as a cultural icon. Thousands of fans gathered in Guwahati to pay their last respects when his mortal remains arrived. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and Prime Minister Narendra Modi also expressed their condolences and praised Garg’s contribution to Indian music.

Meanwhile, for Parag, who hails from Assam, the loss was very emotional. The young cricketer referred to Garg as Dabangg Mama. In an emotional video, Parag described the singer as a warrior who not only revolutionized Assamese music but also brought it national recognition through iconic hits such as Ya Ali from the film Gangster (2006).

“Aap agar nahi talai to main Jubin Garg ki baat kar raha hoon, I used to call him Dabang Mama because he was such a warrior,” Parag said in a video message.

Check out the video below:

Back in Assam, Garg’s passing brought the state to a standstill. Thousands of fans arrived at Guwahati’s Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport to receive his body, with police forced to intervene as the massive crowd increased.