Shahid AbbasNew Delhi, Sept. 8 -- Congress President and Leader of the Opposition in the Rajya Sabha Mallikarjun Kharge on Tuesday paid tribute to legendary musician, poet, lyricist and filmmaker Bharat Ratna Dr Bhupen Hazarika on his birth centenary, recalling his enduring contribution to Indian culture and his message of harmony and universal brotherhood.
In a post on social media platform X, Kharge described Hazarika as the legendary "Bard of the Brahmaputra" and said his artistic legacy continued to resonate across generations.
"As the nation commemorates the birth centenary of Bharat Ratna Dr. Bhupen Hazarika, the legendary 'Bard of the Brahmaputra', we celebrate a legacy that continues to resonate across generations," Kharge said.
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