Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma Alleges Singer Zubeen Garg’s Death Was a “Murder,” Not Coincidental
In a significant escalation of the mystery surrounding the passing of beloved Assamese cultural icon Zubeen Garg, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has made an explosive public claim, asserting that the singer was, in fact, murdered in Singapore.
The revelation, reported by CNN-News18, comes amidst ongoing investigations, including a Special Investigation Team (SIT) probe, into the circumstances of Garg’s death on September 19th. Chief Minister Sarma’s statement was not merely a suspicion, but a firm accusation, directly challenging any narrative of an accidental or natural passing.
The “Startling Revelation” of Murder
Chief Minister Sarma took to social media to share his viewpoint, delivering what the report described as a “startling revelation in the shocking death of Assam’s cultural icon”. He was unequivocal in his assertion, stating plainly that Zubeen Garg’s death “was not coincidental; this was actually a murder”.
The Chief Minister’s strong claim introduces a completely new dimension to the inquiry, moving the focus from a mysterious death to a potential criminal investigation. The claim was made despite the fact that various probes, including the SIT, have been underway since the incident.
Landmark Step: The Judicial Commission
In conjunction with his explosive claim, CM Sarma voiced full support for the government’s recent decision to constitute a judicial commission. This commission is headed by a sitting judge of the High Court and is tasked with inquiring into the “circumstances leading to the tragic death” of the singer.
Sarma emphasized the importance of this formal legal mechanism, describing its formation as a “landmark step in the pursuit of truth and justice”. He also issued a strong call for public involvement and transparency, urging citizens to “extend full cooperation and actively participate in the proceedings of the commission to ensure that every fact is brought to light and justice is served in the most transparent and impartial manner”.
Public Confusion and the Need for Clarity
The Chief Minister’s intervention appears to be aimed at addressing what he perceived as a growing problem of “confusion and misinformation and disinformation” surrounding Garg’s death. By publicly stating his conviction that the death was a murder, he has seemingly taken a stand to guide the direction of the ongoing inquiry and stress the gravity of the situation.
The report noted that the judicial commission has already commenced its hearing process, working in parallel with the SIT probe. The outcome of the commission’s work is highly anticipated, as the state government and the public seek definitive answers regarding the fate of one of Assam’s most beloved figures.
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