Zubeen Garg's Death Takes Shocking Turn with Murder Allegations
The mysterious death of celebrated singer Zubeen Garg has taken a shocking and sinister turn, with what was initially reported as a tragic swimming accident in Singapore now being investigated as a potential murder. Explosive allegations have emerged from within the singer's own circle, leading to the arrest of four individuals, including his manager and a bandmate, and prompting the Assam government to announce a formal judicial inquiry.
Explosive Allegations of Poisoning
The investigation was dramatically reshaped by a statement from Shekhar Jyoti Goswami, one of Garg's bandmates who was present during the incident. Goswami has alleged that the singer was deliberately poisoned by his manager, Siddharth Sharma, and the event organizer, Shyamkanu Mahanta. He claims the act was premeditated, suggesting that a foreign location was specifically chosen to obscure the crime.
According to the details submitted to investigators, Goswami outlined a series of alarming behaviors exhibited by the manager in the hours leading up to Garg's death. He alleged that Sharma insisted on providing all the drinks during a yacht outing and behaved erratically, at one point forcibly taking control of the vessel from its sailor. Most disturbingly, Goswami claims that as Garg struggled for breath in the water, the manager callously shouted, "Let him go," and dismissed the visible frothing from the singer's mouth and nose as simple "acid reflux."
A Widening Investigation and Suspicions of Foul Play
These stunning allegations have led to swift action from the Assam Police. A Special Investigation Team (SIT) has arrested four people in connection with the case manager Siddharth Sharma, event organizer Shyamkanu Mahanta, musician Amritprava Mahanta, and the bandmate Shekhar Jyoti Goswami himself. Murder charges have now been added to the case.
The suspicions of foul play have been echoed by Garg's wife, Garima Saikia Garg. In an interview, she questioned the circumstances of the yacht outing, highlighting that her husband had a known medical condition—seizures—and had been explicitly advised by doctors to stay away from water. "He was extremely exhausted that day... Still, he was taken to a yacht party, into the water, and allowed to swim without a life jacket. Why was my husband treated like this?" she asked, adding that he had no history of heart problems.
The Incident in Singapore
Zubeen Garg, a beloved star known for both Bollywood hits like 'Ya Ali' and his extensive work in Assamese music, was in Singapore to perform at the North East India Festival. His death occurred on September 19 during a yacht outing near an island, where he reportedly went for a swim. Goswami's testimony contradicts the narrative of a simple drowning, as he asserts that Garg was an expert swimmer who had trained others, making an accidental death highly unlikely.
In light of the grave allegations and the deepening mystery, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has announced that a judicial commission will be formed to conduct a thorough and impartial probe into the singer's death, ensuring that no stone is left unturned in the pursuit of justice.
Inside the Murder Investigation
Murder Investigation Launched: The death of singer Zubeen Garg, initially reported as a drowning, is now being investigated as a murder following explosive new allegations.
Poisoning Allegations: Garg's bandmate has accused the singer's manager and an event organizer of poisoning him during a trip to Singapore.
Four Arrests Made: Assam Police have arrested four individuals, including the manager and bandmate, and have added murder charges to the case.
Foul Play Suspected by Family: The singer's wife has also raised serious questions, stating he had a known medical condition that made swimming dangerous, and has called for a full investigation.
