Assam BJP workers donate blood in tribute to Zubeen Garg
Synopsis
Assam BJP workers turned grief into service — organising state-wide blood donation camps on 19 September to honour legendary singer Zubeen Garg. CM Himanta Biswa Sarma called it the most fitting tribute to a man whose life was defined by helping others, saying the donated blood will give 'numerous people a new lease of life.'
Key Takeaways
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma paid tribute to singer Zubeen Garg on 19 September 2026 at a programme in Guwahati .
BJP karyakartas across Assam organised a state-wide blood donation drive as a tribute to the late cultural icon.
Sarma described Garg as 'a people's person and our favourite rockstar' whose legacy continues to inspire the state.
The CM emphasised that donated blood would help 'numerous people find a new lease of life,' framing service as the highest form of tribute.
Zubeen Garg is widely regarded as one of Assam's most celebrated figures in music and cinema, with a fan base extending across the Northeast and beyond.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Saturday, 19 September 2026, paid homage to legendary Assamese singer Zubeen Garg, describing him as a timeless people's person whose music and humanitarian spirit continue to resonate across the state. The occasion was marked by a state-wide blood donation drive organised by Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) workers across Assam as a living tribute to the late cultural icon.
CM Sarma's Tribute to a Cultural Icon
Speaking at a programme in Guwahati, Chief Minister Sarma reflected on Zubeen Garg's enduring connection with ordinary people — not merely as a musician, but as someone who extended support during times of hardship. 'Zubeen was, is and will always remain a people's person and our favourite rockstar!' Sarma said at the event.
The Chief Minister emphasised that Garg's legacy was not confined to his music but extended to his compassionate public presence, which made him beloved across generations in Assam and beyond.
BJP Karyakartas' Blood Donation Drive Across Assam
Highlighting the grassroots initiative, CM Sarma noted that BJP karyakartas (party workers) across the state participated in blood donation camps as a collective act of remembrance. 'Today, across Assam, BJP Assam karyakartas donated blood, as a tribute to the memory of a legend who continues to remain among us and inspire us to help the people,' he said.
Sarma underlined that the initiative carried a dual purpose — honouring Garg's memory while directly benefiting those in medical need. 'Those who donated blood will help numerous people find a new lease of life and what can be a better tribute to the legend, than helping someone,' he added.
Zubeen Garg: Assam's Beloved Musical Legend
Zubeen Garg is one of Assam's most celebrated cultural figures, widely recognised for his prolific contributions to Assamese music and cinema over several decades. His songs have transcended linguistic boundaries, winning admirers well beyond the Northeast. His public persona — marked by both artistic brilliance and social concern — has cemented his status as a cultural institution in the region.
Service as Remembrance
The blood donation initiative reflects a broader shift in how communities commemorate influential personalities — moving from ceremonial tributes toward acts of direct social value. This comes amid growing awareness around voluntary blood donation shortfalls in healthcare systems across India. Notably, Assam has periodically faced acute blood supply gaps in district hospitals, making such organised drives particularly impactful.
CM Sarma's remarks reinforced the idea that translating admiration for cultural figures into tangible humanitarian action is among the most meaningful forms of tribute. All eyes are now on whether this initiative inspires similar community-driven commemorations in other parts of Assam and the Northeast.
Point of View
Since the impact on chronic blood shortfalls in rural district hospitals would be significantly different. Converting celebrity remembrance into voluntary donation habit — rather than a one-off event — is the harder, less visible challenge that rarely makes headlines.
NationPress
19 Sept 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did BJP workers in Assam donate blood on 19 September 2026?
BJP workers across Assam donated blood on 19 September 2026 as a tribute to legendary Assamese singer Zubeen Garg. The initiative was highlighted by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, who called it a meaningful way to honour Garg's legacy of helping people.
What did CM Himanta Biswa Sarma say about Zubeen Garg?
CM Sarma described Zubeen Garg as 'a people's person and our favourite rockstar,' saying the singer always remained connected with people and extended help during times of need. He praised the blood donation drive as one of the most meaningful tributes to Garg's memory.
How does the blood donation drive honour Zubeen Garg's legacy?
The drive reflects Zubeen Garg's own ethos of public service and community connection. CM Sarma noted that the donated blood would help 'numerous people find a new lease of life,' aligning humanitarian action with the singer's own spirit of helping others.
Where did the blood donation initiative take place?
The blood donation drive was organised across Assam by BJP karyakartas, with Chief Minister Sarma participating in a programme in Guwahati on 19 September 2026.
