Suspense crime, Digital Desk : The music of Assam endured one of its greatest losses when the beloved singer Gayatri Hazarika breathed her last on 16 May, 2025. As an intense unyielding battle with colon cancer ran its course in her life, she succumbed to its wrath in the Nemcare Hospitals around 2:15 PM. Her demise sent a flurry of shock not only across Assam but the entire nation, where musicians and cultural personalities have now paid their respects through social media.

A Voice That Defined an Era

Most people remember Gayatri Hazarika for her tender singing and powerful performances. She was one of the most celebratedA performers of the incredibly popular number “Xora Pate Pate Phagun Naame…” which is still cherished today for its beauty and poetic expression. Some of her other notable songs include “Rati Rati Mor Xoon” and “Ohar Dore Ubhoti Aatori Gola” which portray her great artistic depth.

Deep Roots in Assamese Culture

A true Assamese from birth, Gayatri also made her contribution into the contemporary scene such. Authentic and passionate, her career in folk music took off after gaining popularity with her true to life renditions of contemporary songs. Her widespread popularity on social media, marks her life as an idol to many.

Honors and Commemoration

Playback singer and live performer are among the roles listed under her name in the biography section of her Facebook page, noting her engagement with her fans due to her songs being offered on platforms like Wynk Music and Gaana, which allows her music to be accessible for generations.

Along with wishing for her soul to rest in peace, users highlighted her impact as an artist and the kindness she showed to everyone she met while she was alive. Hitesh Baruah from Nemcare clarifies that her death took place and added that “this is a woman who, through her kindness as much as through her music, touched a lot of people’s lives.”

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