Assam Zubeen Garg
While performing at the grand cultural event, Shridhar paused to express his deep admiration for the late legend.

Pathsala:ย The Howly Raas Mahotsav witnessed a special moment on Wednesday night when Bollywood singer Neeraj Shridhar paid a heartfelt tribute to Assamโ€™s beloved music icon, Zubeen Garg.

While performing at the grand cultural event, Shridhar paused to express his deep admiration for the late legend. โ€œNobody can sing like Zubeen Garg,โ€ he said, sparking an emotional response from the audience, many of whom cheered and applauded in agreement.

Shridhar further honoured the Assamese icon by singing Zubeenโ€™s evergreen hit โ€œMaya Bini.โ€ The crowd joined in, turning the venue into a chorus of emotion and nostalgia. His gesture touched the hearts of fans who continue to feel Zubeenโ€™s absence across the stateโ€™s cultural landscape.

In addition to the tribute, Neeraj Shridhar performed several of his own popular Bollywood songs, keeping the audience entertained throughout the evening.

Shridharโ€™s words and performance once again highlighted Zubeen Gargโ€™s enduring influenceโ€”not only among fans in Assam but also among artists across India.

Sasanka Talukdar is Northeast Now Correspondent in Pathsala. He can be reached at: [email protected]