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How Did Zubeen Garg's Funeral Become The Fourth Biggest Gathering In India And Enter The Limca Book Of Records?

The funeral of legendary Assamese singer Zubeen Garg made history by becoming the fourth largest funeral gathering in the world, officially recorded in the Limca Book of Records. The funeral of legendary Assamese singer Zubeen Garg witnessed an unprecedented outpouring of love and respect, as lakhs of fans gathered to bid him farewell. The massive crowd at his last rites in Assam was officially recognized as the fourth largest funeral gathering in India, earning a place in the Limca Book of Records.
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People from across Assam, Northeast India, and other states traveled to pay their final respects, turning the event into a historic cultural moment. This overwhelming participation highlighted not only Zubeen Garg’s unmatched popularity as the "Voice of Assam" but also his status as a national icon who united people through music and emotions.

The three biggest funeral gatherings before him were:

  1. Pope John Paul II – Millions attended in Vatican City (2005).

  2. Michael Jackson – The King of Pop’s memorial drew global attention (2009).

  3. Queen Elizabeth II – Millions worldwide mourned the British monarch (2022).