Zubeen Garg Autopsy Shared with India, Murder Probe Widens

RR Team

2 months ago

The Singapore Police Force (SPF) has officially handed over the autopsy report of late Assamese singer Zubeen Garg to the Indian High Commission, confirming drowning as the cause of death. The 52-year-old music icon passed away on September 19, 2025, in Singapore, just hours before he was scheduled to perform at the North East India Festival.

In a statement, the SPF said it had shared the report along with preliminary findings at the request of Indian authorities. “Police investigations into the matter are ongoing. Members of the public are advised not to share videos or images relating to the circumstances of the deceased’s passing, out of respect to the deceased,” the statement read.

Singapore Authorities Rule Out Foul Play

Earlier, a Singapore hospital issued a death certificate citing drowning as the official cause of death. Authorities in Singapore initially ruled out foul play, but the Assam Police launched an independent probe back home amid suspicions raised by fans and family.

Assam Police Arrest Four, Add Murder Charge

The investigation in India has taken a dramatic turn. The Crime Investigation Department (CID) of Assam Police has so far arrested four people in connection with the case. Those in custody include Garg’s manager Siddharth Sharma, festival organizer Shyamkanu Mahanta, co-musician Shekhar Jyoti Goswami, and co-singer Amritprava Mahanta.

The Chief Judicial Magistrate (CJM) of Kamrup (Metro) district sent Shyamkanu Mahanta and Siddharth Sharma to 14 days of police custody earlier this week. On Thursday, co-musician Goswami and co-singer Mahanta were also remanded to 14 days of custody. The CID has now invoked a murder charge under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) Act, intensifying the probe.

Nation Mourns Loss of a Cultural Icon

News of Zubeen Garg’s death triggered an outpouring of grief across Assam and India. Fans, politicians, and fellow musicians paid tribute to the singer, known for his versatile voice and contributions to Assamese, Hindi, and Bengali music. Garg’s sudden demise has left a deep void in India’s cultural and entertainment landscape.

His fans have demanded a transparent investigation to bring clarity and justice. The controversy has also reignited conversations around safety standards at international events featuring Indian performers.

Next Steps in Investigation

While Singapore authorities continue their own inquiries, the Assam CID’s parallel probe is expected to uncover more details. The inclusion of murder charges indicates that investigators are pursuing leads that contradict the initial finding of accidental drowning.

The Indian Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has been closely coordinating with Singapore authorities. Updates on the case will likely emerge in the coming weeks as both jurisdictions complete their respective investigations.