The University of Science and Technology Meghalaya (USTM) has announced the launch of a Research Fellowship dedicated to celebrating the life, artistic legacy, and humanitarian vision of the legendary cultural icon Zubeen Garg.
The fellowship aims to preserve and promote the values of creativity, compassion, cultural unity, and humanism that Zubeen Garg, lovingly known as Zubeen Da, championed throughout his life.
The announcement was made during a press conference addressed by USTM chancellor, Mahbubul Hoque, vice chancellor professor G.D. Sharma, Dr. R.K. Sharma, principal, IAMC; professor Dr. Subhram Rajkhowa, University School of Law & Research; and professor Dr. Garima Kalita, Department of English, USTM.
Speaking at the event, university representatives recalled Zubeen Garg’s deep and emotional bond with USTM, reminiscing about his visits to the campus for film shoots, including scenes from several of his acclaimed works, notably his last film, Roi Roi Binale. His warm interactions with students and faculty members, they noted, left an enduring impression on the university community.
USTM had also conferred upon Zubeen Garg an Honorary Doctorate (Honoris Causa) during its 10th Convocation, an honor he accepted with characteristic humility and grace.
To ensure academic and cultural depth, USTM is in the process of establishing an Advisory Council comprising scholars, artists, cultural historians, and members of Zubeen Garg’s family.
