Assam CM Himanta Sarma Says Zubeen Garg’s Death Was Murder, Not Accident

Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma insists that late singer Zubeen Garg was murdered, not presumed to have died in a scuba accident, setting a December 8 deadline for the SIT to file a charge sheet.

Himanta Sarma Labels Zubeen Garg’s Death as Murder

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has made a strong declaration: Zubeen Garg’s death was not an accident, but a murder.

He set a target for the Special Investigation Team (SIT) to file its chargesheet by December 8, pending approval from the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA).

Probe Deepens: SIT and Judicial Commission Involved

Earlier, Sarma ordered the formation of a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to examine the circumstances surrounding Garg’s death in Singapore.
The SIT is reportedly seeking MHA approval to file the chargesheet because the case involves events outside India.
In addition to the SIT probe, a judicial commission has been established to offer a full, transparent inquiry.

Reactions, Scrutiny & Demand for Evidence

Opposition leaders, including Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi, have demanded Sarma present concrete evidence backing his claim.
Family, friends, and fans are calling for full transparency as they await the details that led the CM to call it murder.
Sarma defended his stance, saying the case is being handled professionally and that “those responsible won’t be spared.”

Impact of Sarma’s Claim

Raises the stakes: Claiming murder shifts the case from a tragic accident to a felony, increasing public and legal urgency.
Political implications: This accusation by a sitting CM could have major long-term consequences, making this more than just a celebrity case.
Transparency demands: Setting a concrete deadline (Dec 8) signals that the government wants to deliver answers — or face major pushback.
Public trust: Garg was a beloved cultural icon; his fans and Northeastern communities may interpret this as a fight for justice rather than a cover-up.