Assam: Bihu pandal collapses ahead of Zubeen Garg's performance in Guwahati’s Dharapur

A festive atmosphere quickly turned to chaos and despair as the much-anticipated Bihu function in Dharapur, on the outskirts of Guwahati, took a tragic turn. The pandal, where Assam's beloved singer Zubeen Garg was scheduled to perform, collapsed during preparations, shocking attendees and causing panic among the crowd.

The incident unfolded amidst stormy winds, catching both organizers and attendees off-guard. Initially filled with excitement for Garg's performance, the audience soon found themselves in a state of turmoil as the pandal gave way, trapping numerous people underneath its structure.

Eyewitnesses recounted the harrowing scene, describing how the pandal collapsed while instrumentalists were setting up on stage, sparking an uproar among the crowd. Emergency services rushed to the scene to rescue those trapped, but the commotion led to scuffles among attendees, adding to the chaos.