New Jersey Bohag Bihu Event Features Tribute to Zubeen Garg Through “Abhirag”

Guwahati | April 30, 2026 — The Assamese community in New Jersey marked this year’s Bohag Bihu with a cultural programme that included a special tribute segment titled “Abhirag,” dedicated to the musical legacy of Zubeen Garg. The event brought together members of the diaspora to celebrate the festival through traditional performances, music, and community participation.

As part of the programme, performers presented renditions inspired by songs associated with Zubeen Garg, alongside curated segments reflecting his contribution to Assamese music and culture. The tribute segment formed a key highlight of the evening, adding a reflective dimension to the festive celebrations.

Organised as a community-led initiative, the event combined elements of traditional Bihu festivities with contemporary cultural expression, showcasing dance performances, musical acts, and audience engagement. Attendees described the programme as a meaningful way to celebrate Bohag Bihu while acknowledging the continued cultural influence of artists who have shaped Assamese identity.

The inclusion of “Abhirag” within the celebrations underlined the role of cultural events in preserving artistic legacies, particularly among diaspora communities, where such initiatives help maintain a connection to regional heritage and shared traditions.