A hushed, flower-strewn procession made its way through Guwahati as the body of singer Zubeen Garg began its last journey home. From children to elders, people from all walks of life lined the streets, standing shoulder to shoulder to catch a final glimpse of the icon whose songs have resonated across homes, cars, and concert halls. As the ambulance carrying his mortal remains moved slowly along, people showered it with petals, some offering prayers, others softly mouthing lyrics of his hits. The air was heavy with emotion both tribute and heartbreak mingled together.

Guwahati, known for its vibrant culture and energetic streets, wore a different face today: that of solemn remembrance. Banners, posters, and photographs adorned many walls, and wherever the convoy passed, people paused work, stepped out of shops, and came forward. Silence, punctuated by sobs, replaced the usual hum of traffic. Though the physical journey was short in distance it felt vast in its meaning. For many, this isn’t just the loss of a singer, but of someone who was woven into everyday moments: radio in the morning, a concert under dim lights, voices raised together during melody and memory.

As Zubeen Garg is carried home first physically, then in memory the city mourns not just an artist, but a presence. His music will echo in the streets, the hearts, and the shared silence of this farewell