Congress Leader Concludes Two-Day Visit with Memorial Stop in Sonapur
After a late night of strategy meetings in Guwahati that stretched until nearly 3 a.m., Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra began her morning on February 20 with a visit to Zubeen Kshetra in Sonapur to pay tribute to iconic Assamese singer Zubeen Garg.
Concluding her two-day visit to the city, the All India Congress Committee general secretary arrived at the memorial around 8:30 a.m. to offer floral tributes. Her visit came hours after meetings at Rajiv Bhawan–Manvendra Sharma Complex, where she held one-on-one discussions with MLAs and party office-bearers.
Priyanka Gandhi Vadra visited Zubeen Kshetra in Sonapur, Guwahati, on February 20 to pay floral tribute to the late singer Zubeen Garg. The visit marked the conclusion of her two-day tour of the city, during which she held party meetings and reviewed organisational matters.
A Personal Tribute at Zubeen Kshetra
At the memorial, Priyanka Gandhi described the moment as deeply emotional. She said her visit was personal rather than political.
“When Zubeen passed away, the entire state felt the loss. Even from outside Assam, one could sense how profoundly people grieved,” she told the media. “His songs carried no hate, only love, unity, peace, and pride in Assam’s identity.”
She added that this was her first visit to Assam since his demise and that she did not want to leave Guwahati without paying her respects.
“Seeing his cherished belongings preserved there, I felt the place was almost sacred,” she said.
Political Meetings in Guwahati
Following the memorial visit, she returned to Rajiv Bhawan and resumed meetings at 10 a.m., leading an organisational review with heads of various Congress party departments.
The meetings focused on party structure and preparation ahead of upcoming political engagements in Assam.
Sharp Political Remarks
During her interaction with the media in Guwahati, Priyanka Gandhi drew a contrast between Congress leader Gaurav Gogoi and Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma.
“There are two types of leaders, those who focus on development, culture, and the future, and those who rely on division and personal attacks,” she said.
Her remarks marked a direct political statement during her concluding hours in the city.
Why This Matters for Guwahati
Zubeen Garg remains one of Assam’s most influential cultural figures, and Zubeen Kshetra in Sonapur has become a place of remembrance for fans across the state.
The visit placed Guwahati at the centre of both cultural homage and political messaging, reflecting how the city continues to serve as a focal point for major political activities in Assam.
What Happens Next?
With her two-day visit concluded, further political programmes involving the Congress party in Assam are expected in the coming weeks.
No additional public events in Guwahati were announced at the time of reporting.
Frequently Asked Questions
When did Priyanka Gandhi visit Zubeen Kshetra?
She visited Zubeen Kshetra in Sonapur, Guwahati, on the morning of February 20.
Was the tribute part of a political programme?
Priyanka Gandhi stated that her tribute was personal and not political, though she also held party meetings during her visit.