Celebrated Assamese singer and cultural icon Zubeen Garg has died following a tragic scuba diving accident in Singapore.
According to reports, Singapore police rescued him from the sea and rushed him to a nearby hospital. Despite being placed under intensive medical care, doctors could not revive him.
Zubeen was in Singapore to attend the North East Festival, where he was scheduled to perform on September 20. His sudden death has shocked fans and the entire Assamese community, leaving a deep void in India’s music industry.
Tributes and condolences have been pouring in from across Assam, the Northeast, and beyond as people mourn the loss of one of the region’s most loved artists.
Himanta Biswa Sarma, Chief Minister of Assam, mourned Zubeen Garg's death on social media. In a post on X, he wrote, "Today Assam lost one of its favourite sons. I am in a loss of words to describe what Zubeen meant for Assam. He has gone too early, this was not an age to go. Zubeen's voice had an unmatched ability to energise people and his music spoke directly to our minds and souls. He has left a void that will never be filled (sic)."
Former Rajya Sabha MP, Ripu Bora paid his last respects to the singer on X. He wrote, "Deeply shocked and saddened by the untimely demise of our cultural icon Zubeen Garg. His voice, music, and indomitable spirit inspired generations across Assam and beyond. My heartfelt condolences to his family, fans, and loved ones. Rest in peace, Legend (sic)."
Actor Adil Hussain mourned the singer's death. His post on X read, "Devastated and shocked by the news of Zubeen Garg's sudden death in an accident in Singapore. I am so very sad... His contribution to Assamese music and culture is extraordinary... He will live amongst us through his songs... Dear Zubeen I remember you with lots love and fondness.. May his singing soul rest in peace and God bless his soul... Good bye Zubeen.. Until we meet on the other side... Keep singing with your beautiful Voice and make Gods Happy (sic)."
Often referred to as the voice of Assam, Zubeen rose to national fame with his soulful track 'Ya Ali' from the film 'Gangster', which became a chartbuster across India. He also delivered other Bollywood hits like 'Dil Tu Hi Bataa' (Krrish 3) and 'Jaane Kya Chahe Man' (Pyaar Ke Side Effects). In addition to Hindi, he recorded songs in Assamese, Bengali, Nepali, and several other regional languages, building a loyal fanbase across diverse audiences.
Source: India Today