India, Oct. 25 -- Assam Congress President Gaurav Gogoi has accused the state government of blocking public efforts to honour the late singer Zubeen Garg.

He said authorities are creating "various obstacles" for those attempting to hold candlelight marches and memorial gatherings.

"People in Assam wish to pay tribute to Zubeen Garg, but the government has been trying to undermine this call for justice over the past few days," Gogoi said, noting that the public continues to demand accountability in the musician's death.

Garg, one of Assam's most celebrated cultural figures, passed away in Singapore on September 19, reportedly while swimming. He had been scheduled to perform the next day at the Northeast India Festival.

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