Overview
- The BCCI and Assam Cricket Association confirmed a 40-minute programme starting at 2 pm ahead of the India–Sri Lanka match at 3 pm at ACA Stadium, Barsapara.
- Performers include Papon (Angarag Mahanta), Joi Barua and the Shillong Chamber Choir, with additional visuals of Garg displayed on stadium screens.
- Shreya Ghoshal will sing the tournament theme during the match break and deliver a 12-minute tribute performance.
- ACA will distribute 5,000 complimentary tickets to Zubeen Garg’s fan club, available on September 29 at the Guwahati Sports Association office.
- Officials anticipate a near-capacity crowd of about 40,000 with multilayer security and traffic controls in place due to Mahashtami during Durga Puja.