Assam prepares for a massive farewell as Zubeen Garg's funeral approaches, honouring a star known for his art and community service.

The sudden and tragic death of Zubeen Garg has plunged India, especially his home state, Assam, into a wave of collective mourning. The 52-year-old singer, actor, and philanthropist passed away on Friday in Singapore, where he was serving as the Cultural Brand Ambassador for the North East India Festival, scheduled to be held on September 20 and 21.

Zubeen was expected to perform a selection of his most loved Assamese, Bengali, and Hindi songs during the festival's opening ceremony. However, a recreational scuba diving session turned fatal when he experienced severe breathing complications in the water. Despite being rushed to Singapore General Hospital,

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