Guwahati, Jan 13 (PTI) Eminent Assamese composer and singer Samar Hazarika, the youngest brother of legendary musician Bhupen Hazarika, died here on Tuesday after a brief illness, family sources said. He was 75.
He is survived by his wife, a son and a daughter. Samar Hazarika passed away at his residence in Nizarapar, where members of the Hazarika family live in separate houses atop a hillock.
He had been ailing for some time and was recently discharged from hospital, the sources said.
The youngest among the 10 siblings, Samar Hazarika sang and composed music for radio, albums and films. He played a significant role in carrying forward the family’s rich musical legacy, particularly that of his eldest brother, Bharat Ratna awardee Dr Bhupen Hazarika, through songs centred on humanity and universal brotherhood.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma expressed grief over his passing. “His soulful voice lit up every occasion and he made indelible contributions to Assam’s cultural landscape. He also carried forward the rich legacy of Sudhakantha Dr Bhupen Hazarika and contributed extensively to our efforts to celebrate his birth centenary,” Sarma said in a post on X.
“With his passing, Assam has lost another golden voice. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and admirers in this hour of grief,” he added.
Union minister Sarbananda Sonowal also expressed condolences to the bereaved family. “The news of the eminent singer’s death on the day of Uruka (Magh Bihu feasting day) is very painful. He captured the heart and soul of people with his mellifluous voice,” Sonowal said.
His contribution to Assamese music will remain eternal and always be remembered, the minister added. PTI
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