00:00What makes a musician more than just a voice?
00:04How can one man's songs unite a community, a state, and even a nation?
00:10And why did Zubim Garg's funeral draw one of the largest gatherings in Assam's history?
00:16Zubim Garg, affectionately known as Zubim Da, was not just a singer, he was a cultural icon.
00:23With over 38,000 songs in more than 40 languages, he gave life to every mood, love, joy, sadness
00:32and hope.
00:34From his Bollywood hit Ya Ali to Assamese Falk and Bihu songs, Zubim's music transcended
00:40borders, reaching listeners across India and drawing attention to the rich cultural heritage
00:46of Assam.
00:47But what truly set Zubim apart was his connection with people.
00:52He was a man of the people, a singer who shared meals with fans, spoke openly about social
00:59issues, cared deeply for animals and inspired youth to live with honesty and compassion.
01:05Whether it was a roadside tea stall or a grand stage, Zubim treated everyone equally, embodying
01:12the religion of humanity he so often spoke about.
01:15When he passed away on September 19th in Singapore, the news shocked the world.
01:21His last rites on September 23rd in Sonapur drew the fourth largest gathering in the world,
01:27with thousands lining a 25-kilometre procession route from the airport to his residence and
01:34cremation site.
01:35Even his beloved dogs paid their final respects.
01:38Full state honours, gun salutes and dignitaries from across India marked the event, showing
01:45the magnitude of his impact.
01:47Zubim's death also brought Assam into the global spotlight.
01:52International fans, media outlets and music enthusiasts learned of his incredible influence.
01:58The scale of the public homage reflected a musician whose reach went far beyond his home state.
02:05His songs, spirit and life's work highlighted the rich culture of north-east India to audiences
02:12worldwide.
02:13Zubim Garg was more than just music.
02:16He challenged traditions, spoke fearlessly, cared deeply and connected with ordinary people
02:22in extraordinary ways.
02:24His legacy will continue to inspire generations, reminding the world of the power of music, compassion
02:31and humanity.
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