CM Assam Office: Register for Bhupen Hazarika Centenary Close
Synopsis
The Chief Minister's Office of Assam has called on people to register by 20 November 2026 for the closing ceremony of Bharat Ratna Dr. Bhupen Hazarika's Birth Centenary, to be held at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, on 29 November 2026.
Key Takeaways
The closing ceremony of Bhupen Hazarika's Birth Centenary is scheduled for 29 November 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi .
E-Pass registration closes on 20 November 2026 — just eight days after this announcement.
Registration is available via QR code or at sudhakantha.assam.statedatacenter.in .
The event is organised by the Government of Assam and marks the centenary of Dr.
Bhupen Hazarika , born in 1926.
Hazarika, known as Sudhakantha , was a legendary Assamese singer, composer and filmmaker and recipient of India's highest civilian honour.
The campaign hashtag #BhupenDaAt100 has anchored the year-long centenary programme.
A century of music, memory, and the mighty Brahmaputra — and India is about to close the chapter with a grand ceremony. The Chief Minister's Office of Assam has announced that the closing ceremony of Bharat Ratna Dr. Bhupen Hazarika's Birth Centenary will be held at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, on 29 November 2026, with e-Pass registration open until 20 November 2026.
Posted on 12 November 2026, the official announcement urges attendees to secure their spot by scanning the QR code or visiting the dedicated portal at sudhakantha.assam.statedatacenter.in — a URL that itself carries the name the world gave him: Sudhakantha, the 'golden voice.'
Who was Bhupen Hazarika — and why a centenary matters
Born in 1926 in Assam, Dr. Bhupen Hazarika was a singer, composer, filmmaker and poet whose music dissolved borders — linguistic, cultural, and emotional. His compositions in Assamese, Hindi, and Bengali earned him the status of a national treasure, and India conferred upon him its highest civilian honour. The centenary year, tagged #BhupenDaAt100, has seen a series of events across the country paying tribute to his legacy, with the New Delhi ceremony marking the grand culmination.Bharat Mandapam: the national stage for a national legend
The choice of Bharat Mandapam — the sprawling convention complex in the heart of New Delhi — is deliberate and symbolic. Indian state governments have a long tradition of projecting iconic regional artists onto the national stage through anniversary events in Delhi, and few venues carry the weight of Bharat Mandapam. For Assam's government, closing the centenary here is a statement: Bhupen Hazarika is not just Assam's pride, he belongs to all of India.Eight days left: how to register
With the 20 November deadline just eight days away from the date of this announcement, the window is tight. Interested attendees can register through the QR code shared in the official post or via the state portal. The e-Pass system is designed to manage access to what is expected to be a high-footfall national cultural event, drawing Assamese diaspora, music lovers, and cultural enthusiasts from across the country. For a voice that once asked the Brahmaputra to speak, the nation is now being asked to show up and listen one final, celebratory time.Point of View
And the choice of venue underscores that ambition. The tight registration window and digital e-Pass system also signal a shift toward managed, high-profile cultural events that double as soft-power exercises. How widely the ceremony resonates beyond Assam's diaspora will be a measure of how deeply Hazarika's work has penetrated the national cultural imagination.
NationPress
12 Nov 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the Bhupen Hazarika Birth Centenary closing ceremony?
The closing ceremony is on 29 November 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.
How do I register for the Bhupen Hazarika centenary event e-Pass?
You can register by scanning the QR code shared by the Assam CM Office on X or by visiting sudhakantha.assam.statedatacenter.in before the deadline of 20 November 2026 .
Who was Bhupen Hazarika?
Dr. Bhupen Hazarika, known as Sudhakantha or the 'golden voice,' was a legendary Assamese singer, composer, poet and filmmaker born in 1926 . He received India's highest civilian honour and is celebrated across India and beyond for his music.
What is the last date to register for the Bhupen Hazarika centenary closing ceremony?
The last date to secure an e-Pass is 20 November 2026 .
What is #BhupenDaAt100?
#BhupenDaAt100 is the official campaign hashtag for the year-long series of events marking the 100th birth anniversary of Dr. Bhupen Hazarika, culminating in the 29 November 2026 ceremony at Bharat Mandapam.
