Assam Pays Emotional Tribute to Flautist Dipak Sarma

Fans, students, and cultural organisations paid heartfelt tributes to renowned flautist Dipak Sarma as his mortal remains arrived in Guwahati. The 57-year-old musician passed away in Chennai after battling a severe liver ailment. His body is kept at Seuj Sangha for public homage and will be cremated at Navagraha with state honours. Born in Nalbari, Sarma earned international acclaim for blending classical and Assamese folk music. His death, following recent losses in Assam’s art community, has deepened the state’s cultural grief.