Assam celebrates Bhupen Hazarika centenary

8 Sep, 2025

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Assam government, on September 8, launched the year-long birth centenary celebrations of Bharat Ratna Dr. Bhupen Hazarika, with Governor Laxman Prasad Acharya and Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma paying rich tributes to the legendary singer, composer, and cultural icon.

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The inaugural ceremony was held at the Dr Bhupen Hazarika Samannay Kshetra in Guwahati, the site where the maestro was cremated in November 2011.

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Both the governor and the chief minister offered floral tributes at his memorial. As part of the ceremony, 100 prominent personalities hoisted a flag in his honour, followed by a musical programme dedicated to his timeless legacy.

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Hazarika’s only son, Tez Hazarika, along with his wife and son, arrived from the United States to participate in the centenary events. 

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to attend the celebrations on September 13. 

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Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma described Hazarika as a global voice of humanity and an eternal source of inspiration.

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