Arunachal pays tributes to Bhupen Hazarika on birth centenary

Chief Minister Pema Khandu, recalling Hazarika's enduring influence, said the maestro's songs carried the power to connect hearts beyond boundaries.

"Remembering the Legendary Bharat Ratna Bhupen Hazarika Ji on his birth anniversary. Your songs beautifully bridged the hearts of Northeast India and the rest of the world. In Arunachal, your melodies continue to resonate, inspiring peace, unity, and cultural pride. May your timeless legacy keep connecting generations," Khandu wrote in a post on X.

Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein also paid homage, describing Hazarika as an eternal cultural icon.