India, Sept. 24 -- Guwahati: The Assam government will soon launch an online portal allowing organisations and individuals to request a portion of the ashes of late music icon Zubeen Garg.
The initiative aims to honour the deep emotional connection people across the state shared with the beloved singer and cultural ambassador.
Speaking to the media at Kamarkuchi, the site of Garg's cremation, Education and Cultural Affairs Minister Ranoj Pegu announced that the Department of Cultural Affairs will manage the entire process.
"We are developing a dedicated platform where institutions and organisations can apply to receive a portion of Garg's ashes. If any remains are left after fulfilling institutional requests, we will then consider indiv...