India, Oct. 16 -- The organisers of the Brahmaputra Valley Film Festival (BVFF) have postponed the 10th edition of the festival, originally scheduled for December 4-7, 2025, to a later date in 2026.

They made the decision as Assam continues to mourn the loss of its most cherished cultural icon, Zubeen Garg, a legendary musician, filmmaker, and humanitarian.

Known for his contributions to music in over 40 languages and more than 38,000 songs, Zubeen was more than an artist; he was a unifying force across the Northeast and beyond.

Festival Director Tanushree Hazarika, in an official statement, said, "His passing is not just a loss for Assam, but for every individual who found their rhythm and identity through his art. As a festival roote...