Mann Ki Baat: "Will Always Remain Etched In Our Memories": PM Modi Remembers Zubeen Garg

Addressing the Mann Ki Baat, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday paid tributes to Assamese singers Bhupen Hazarika and Zubeen Garg, and Karnataka author SL Bhyrappa, and remembered their contributions to the nation.

PM Modi played two songs of Bhupen Hazarika and said, "These sounds bear witness to how Bhupen Hazarika's songs connect different countries around the world. In fact, a very commendable effort has been made in Sri Lanka. In this, Sri Lankan artistes have translated Bhupen Da ji's iconic song 'Manuhe-Manuhar Baba' into Sinhala and Tamil. I played you the audio of these very songs."

He also mentioned that he had the privilege of participating in his birth centenary celebrations in Assam. "It was truly a memorable event," he said.

Remembering Zubeen Garg, PM Modi said, "Amidst Assam celebrating the birth centenary of Bhupen Hazarika, a few days ago, a moment of sadness too descended. People are mourning the untimely demise of Zubeen Garg."

"Zubeen Garg was a renowned singer who made his mark across the country. He had a deep connection with Assamese culture. Zubeen Garg will always remain etched in our memories, and his music will continue to captivate generations to come," he said, also playing songs of the singer.

জুবিন গাৰ্গ আছিল অসমৰ সাংস্কৃতিক ঐতিহ্যৰ এক উজ্জ্বল ৰত্ন। তেওঁ সদায় ৰাইজৰ হৃদয়ত জীয়াই থাকিব! #MannKiBaat pic.twitter.com/DhojpI1e7U

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Paying homage to SL Bhyrappa, PM Modi said, "A few days ago, our country also lost the great thinker and philosopher, SL Bhyrappa. I had personal contact with Bhyrappa, and we had in-depth conversations on various topics on several occasions."

"His works will continue to guide the thinking of the younger generation. Translations of many of his Kannada works are also available. He taught us how important it is to be proud of our roots and culture. I pay my heartfelt tribute to SL Bhyrappa ji and urge the youth to read his oeuvre," he added.

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