HT Correspondent
NAGAON, Oct 5: An impressive 11-foot-tall full body statue of iconic singer Zubeen Garg is currently under construction at Puranigudam in Nagaon district. The statue is being crafted from fiberglass by local artist Yajna Jyoti Bora at his workshop in Kasharigaon village.
Designed to endure harsh weather conditions for over 200 years, the statue is a tribute to Zubeen Garg’s enduring legacy in Assamese music. Over Rs 10 lakh has reportedly been spent on the project so far.
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Once completed, the statue will be installed at Kaki No 2 village, the birthplace of the artist. Yajna Jyoti Bora, known for his artistic work with housing companies, took up the project as a personal homage to the celebrated singer.
The sculpture is expected to become a major attraction in the region and has already garnered widespread appreciation from locals and Zubeen Garg’s fans.
