Tragic Passing of Zubeen Garg: Singer's Last Journey from Singapore to Assam

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced that the authorities in Singapore have confirmed a post-mortem examination of singer Zubeen Garg, who tragically passed away on Friday. Garg, famous for his song 'Ya Ali', drowned while swimming without a life jacket.

According to the Indian High Commissioner to Singapore, Zubeen was on a yacht with 17 others and died after swimming in the sea. Though initially wearing a life jacket, he removed it shortly after, citing discomfort. Efforts to resuscitate him proved futile. His body is expected to return to India post-autopsy.

The Chief Minister stated that Zubeen's remains will first be taken to Delhi before reaching Guwahati. The singer's passing has deeply affected Assam, and arrangements are being made for the public to pay their respects at Sarusajai Stadium. Garg's family, while coordinating with authorities, will decide on his last rites.