NFR Celebrates Birth Anniversary of Legendary Artist Zubeen Garg at Headquarters

Guwahati, 19 November: Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) commemorated the birth anniversary of the late legendary singer and cultural icon Zubeen Garg on 18^th November 2025 at the NFR Headquarters, Maligaon. The programme witnessed the gracious presence of distinguished guests — Sri Diganta Sarma, Sri Biman Baruah, Smt. Babita Sarma and Sri Manash Hazarika— all of whom shared a close association with the renowned maestro. They were later felicitated by the General Manager of NFR, Sri Chetan Kumar Shrivastava. During the event, the guests fondly reminisced about the legend, highlighting cherished memories and reflecting on his invaluable contribution to the people of Assam and the nation.

According to an official statement given by Kapinjal Kishore Sharma, Chief Public Relations Officer, the celebration commenced with a formal inauguration by the General Manager of NFR, followed by ceremonial lighting of the lamp and floral tributes at the portrait of the beloved artist. Senior officials, staff members, and union representatives of NFR were also present. In his address, the General Manager warmly recalled Lt. Zubeen Garg’s unparalleled contribution to Indian music and performing arts, emphasising how the maestro carried Assam’s cultural essence to national and international platforms. He further announced that the NFR’s cultural ground in Maligaon will be named in honour of the legendary artist as the ‘Zubeen Garg Bihu Toli’, marking a lasting tribute to his legacy. He noted that the occasion served as a heartfelt tribute to a cultural icon whose legacy continues to inspire and uplift generations.

The evening progressed with a vibrant and colourful cultural programme, featuring energetic participation from talented artists of the NFR family. A special video compilation showcased memorable moments from Lt. Zubeen Garg’s life journey, while melodious solo and group performances by members of NFRCA and NFRWWO enriched the tribute. A standout moment was the soulful group rendition of “Mayabini Ratir”, which received heartfelt appreciation from the audience and evoked a deep sense of nostalgia.

The event concluded with a Vote of Thanks on behalf of NFR, expressing gratitude to everyone whose collective efforts made the celebration a fitting homage to Lt. Zubeen Garg. The programme symbolised a united tribute to his musical brilliance and reaffirmed NFR’s dedication to honouring Assamese culture and its illustrious icons.