Assamese singer Gayatri Hazarika passed away on Friday at the age of 44. Her death was attributed to colon cancer.
Entertainment: Prominent and beloved Assamese singer Gayatri Hazarika passed away on Friday at the age of 44. She died at Nemcare Hospital in Guwahati due to colon cancer. This tragic news has deeply shocked music lovers not only in Assam but across the country. Gayatri Hazarika enriched Assamese folk music with her sweet voice and advanced Assam's cultural heritage through many popular songs.
Gayatri Hazarika's Musical Journey and Popularity
Gayatri Hazarika's voice possessed a unique sweetness and emotional depth that gave her a special recognition in the world of Assamese music. Her most famous song, Jora Pate Pate Phagun Name, remains etched in the hearts of music lovers. Other popular songs sung by her include Tumi Kun Birohi Ananya, Jank Nasil Bonot, and Jeuji Expon. Her singing beautifully blended traditional Assamese folk tunes with modernity, connecting with people of all age groups.
Throughout her career, Gayatri showcased her talent on many important platforms of Assamese music. Her songs introduced not only the people of Assam but also the entire country to the beauty of the Assamese language and music.
Battle with Cancer and Final Days
However, Gayatri Hazarika had been battling colon cancer for some time. She was undergoing continuous treatment, but the disease ultimately claimed her life. Her family and close friends were with her until her last moments in the hospital. Her death is an irreparable loss to the world of Assamese music.
Reactions from the Music Industry and Society
News of Gayatri Hazarika's demise sent shockwaves through the Assamese and Indian music industry. Assam's Chief Minister, Himanta Biswa Sarma, expressed his deep condolences via a tweet, stating that Gayatri's sweet voice and her contribution to Assamese music will always be remembered. He also conveyed heartfelt sympathy to Gayatri's family and offered prayers for the peace of her soul.
The President of the Asom Gana Parishad, Atul Bora, also mourned Gayatri's untimely death, saying that her voice enriched Assamese music and touched millions of hearts. Atul Bora expressed condolences to her family and fans.
Furthermore, Assamese actress and filmmaker, Amy Baruah, paid tribute to Gayatri Hazarika, calling her death a great loss for Assam. She said that Gayatri's sweet voice held a special place in the hearts of Assam's music lovers and her memories will forever remain.
The End of an Important Voice in Assamese Music
Gayatri Hazarika's death is not just the loss of a singer, but also a significant loss to the Assamese cultural heritage. Her voice gave a new identity to Assam's folk music and kept it vibrant even in the modern era. The void she leaves in the music world will never be filled. Her passing marks the end of one of Assam's artists who connected with people's hearts by making folk music an integral part of her life. The sweetness of her songs and the melodiousness of her voice will forever live on among Assamese music lovers.
