Archive · 2 Jan 2026
Assam Transfers GST from Zubeen Garg's Film to Foundation
The Assam government is giving Rs 2.90 crore, which is the state GST from Zubeen Garg's film 'Roi Roi Binale', to his foundation called Kalaguru Foundation.
The film made Rs 32 crore, which is a big record in Assamese cinema.
The government is also appointing a special lawyer to help with the case about Garg's death.
They want a special court to hear the case quickly.
Garg died in Singapore on September 19 while swimming, and the police have charged seven people in connection with his death.
The trial has started, and the government wants justice for Garg.
Additionally, the Chief Minister talked about how Assam is doing better in many areas like jobs, healthcare, and fighting crime.
Assam government to transfer Rs 2.90 crore state GST from Zubeen Garg's film 'Roi Roi Binale' to his foundation Kalaguru Foundation by Friday.
Film grossed Rs 32 crore, setting a record in the Assamese film industry.
Special Public Prosecutor to be appointed by January 6 for Garg's death case.
Request made to Gauhati High Court for setting up a fast-track court for the case.
Seven accused in Garg's death case, including organizers and security personnel, with trial ongoing at Kamrup (Metro) District and Sessions Court.
- Who
- Assam Government, Zubeen Garg, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma
- What
- Transfer of state GST collected from Zubeen Garg's film to his foundation and legal proceedings related to his death
- When
- By Friday for GST transfer, January 6 for Special Public Prosecutor announcement, September 19 for Garg's death
- Where
- Assam, India, Singapore (where Garg died)
- Why
- To support Garg's foundation and ensure justice in his death case
Government and Supporters
Critics and Skeptics
Implementation of New Criminal Laws
Government and Supporters
The government highlights significant improvements in crime reporting, charge-sheeting, and conviction rates, attributing these to better policing and deterrence.
Critics and Skeptics
Critics may argue that the reported improvements could be influenced by underreporting or other factors not fully disclosed.
Employment and Welfare Schemes
Government and Supporters
The government emphasizes the unprecedented scale of job creation and welfare measures, including financial assistance and healthcare initiatives.
Critics and Skeptics
Skeptics might question the sustainability and long-term impact of these schemes, as well as their reach to the most marginalized populations.
- Film Title
- Roi Roi Binale
- Gross Collection
- Rs 32 crore
- State GST Collected
- Rs 2.90 crore
- Foundation Name
- Kalaguru Foundation
- Date of Transfer
- By Friday
- Special Public Prosecutor Announcement Date
- January 6
- Fast-Track Court Request
- To Gauhati High Court
- Date of Death
- September 19
- Number of Accused
- 7
- Trial Court
- Kamrup (Metro) District and Sessions Court
- Crime Reporting in 2021
- 1.33 lakh complaints
- Crime Reporting in 2023
- 43,748 complaints
- Charge-Sheeting Rate
- 81%
- Conviction Rate in 2021
- 6%
- Conviction Rate in 2023
- 26.38%
- Government Jobs Provided
- 1.46 lakh
- Target Government Jobs
- 2 lakh
- Self-Employment Loans
- 1 lakh youths
- Orunodoi Beneficiaries
- 38 lakh
- Mahila Udyamita Beneficiaries
- 32 lakh
- Food Items Distributed
- 70 lakh people
- Free College Admissions
- 3.9 lakh students
- Land Rights Granted
- 3 lakh people
- Cashless Medical Treatment
- 26 lakh families
- Paddy Procurement in 2021
- 2 lakh metric tonnes
- Paddy Procurement in 2023
- 8.5 lakh metric tonnes
- Cancer Hospitals Functional
- 9 out of 14
- Proton Therapy Machine Cost
- ₹500 crore
- Babu Asoni Scheme Monthly Assistance (PG)
- ₹2,000
- Babu Asoni Scheme Monthly Assistance (UG)
- ₹1,000
- Parental Income Limit for Babu Asoni
- ₹4 lakh
- Tea Garden Workers Land Rights Incentives
- ₹150 crore
- Legislations Passed
- 156
- New Policies Adopted
- 40
- Cabinet Decisions
- 2,589
- Rhino Poaching in 2025
- Zero
- School Dropout Rates
- Significantly reduced
Sources
Assam govt to hand over state GST collected from Zubeen’s last film to his foundation: Himanta
Assam Leads Nation In New Criminal Laws Implementation While Accelerating Jobs, Welfare And Healthcare Reforms: CM Himanta Biswa Sarma
Assam News: CM Himanta Biswa Sarma Announces Special Prosecutor, Fast-Track Court To Expedite Zubeen Garg Case
Assam govt to transfer Rs 2.9 crore GST from Zubeen Garg’s last film to Kalaguru Foundation
Assam govt to transfer Rs 2.90 Cr GST from Roi Roi Binale to Kalaguru Foundation
