Land Approved in Guwahati for Zubeen Garg Samadhi Kshetra

The Assam government has approved the allotment of 10 bighas of land in Guwahati for the proposed Zubeen Garg Samadhi Kshetra, a memorial dedicated to the iconic Assamese singer and cultural figure. The land will be handed over to the Cultural Affairs Department to develop the memorial site.

The decision aims to honour the legacy of Zubeen Garg, one of Assam’s most influential musicians and cultural personalities. Garg passed away in Singapore on September 19 last year after reportedly drowning while swimming in the sea.

The announcement has drawn attention across Guwahati, where the singer had a large fan following and played a major role in shaping contemporary Assamese music and culture.

The Assam government has approved 10 bighas of land in Guwahati for the proposed Zubeen Garg Samadhi Kshetra to honour the late Assamese singer. The government also approved land pattas for 816 indigenous families living in the hill areas of Guwahati as part of efforts to resolve long-standing land ownership issues.

Memorial Planned for Cultural Icon

The proposed Zubeen Garg Samadhi Kshetra is expected to serve as a tribute to the singer’s contribution to Assamese music, cinema, and cultural identity.

Zubeen Garg, who was known for his influence across multiple artistic fields, had a particularly strong connection with Guwahati’s cultural scene, where many of his performances and public appearances took place.

Officials say the memorial site will help preserve the legacy of the artist and provide a place where admirers can remember his contribution to Assamese culture.

Land Pattas Approved for Guwahati Hill Residents

Alongside the decision on the memorial site, the state government also approved land pattas for 816 indigenous families living in the hilly areas of Guwahati.

The move is part of efforts to simplify land ownership rules for residents who have lived in the hill areas around the city for many years but lacked formal land documents.

The issue of land rights in Guwahati’s hill regions has been a long-standing concern for local residents.

Longstanding Land Issue in Guwahati Hills

The question of land pattas for indigenous residents living in Guwahati’s hill areas has been debated for years.

In the past, the issue has triggered public protests and demonstrations, reflecting frustration among residents seeking formal recognition of land ownership.

Earlier on the same day, while speaking to reporters after inaugurating the Maharaja Prithu Flyover in Guwahati, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said that around 12,000 families had been granted land pattas as part of broader initiatives to address the issue.

Officials say the latest approval for 816 families is part of the ongoing process to resolve land ownership concerns in the city’s hill areas.

Impact for Residents Around Guwahati

For families living in the hill areas surrounding Guwahati, receiving a land patta provides legal recognition of property ownership.

This can allow residents to access government schemes, secure loans, and improve housing conditions.

Authorities say simplifying the process for granting pattas could help reduce disputes and provide greater security to long-time residents of the area.

What Happens Next

The Cultural Affairs Department will now proceed with plans to develop the Zubeen Garg Samadhi Kshetra once the land is formally transferred.

Meanwhile, the process of issuing land pattas to eligible families in the hilly regions of Guwahati is expected to continue as part of the state government’s broader land regularisation efforts.

Officials say additional decisions related to land allocation and infrastructure development in Guwahati’s hill areas may follow in the coming months.

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