Celebrated Singer Zubeen Garg Dies at 52 After Scuba Diving Accident in Singapore.
Assam and the wider music world are reeling following the tragic news: legendary singer Zubeen Garg has passed away at the age of 52, after a scuba diving accident in Singapore. He was in the city-state for the North East India Festival and was scheduled to perform when the incident occurred.
What We Know: The Accident
According to festival organizers, Garg faced breathing difficulties while scuba diving. He was pulled from the water, given CPR, and rushed to Singapore General Hospital. Despite intensive care, he was declared dead in the ICU at around 2:30 PM IST.
Assam Mourns
Assam’s Chief Minister, Himanta Biswa Sarma, expressed deep sorrow, saying Garg’s voice was more than just music—it was part of Assam’s identity. “He has gone too early… this was not an age to go,” wrote Sarma.
Health Minister Ashok Singhal also paid tribute, calling Zubeen “Assam’s dearest son” whose songs carried emotion, culture, and spirit. www.ndtv.com
A Voice That Crossed Borders.
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Zubeen Garg was famous not only in Assam, but across India, for singing in multiple languages and delivering hits that bridged Bollywood and regional music. Songs like Ya Ali and Dil Tu Hi Bataa were among those that helped him gain widespread acclaim.
Remembering His Last Message
Just days before his passing, Garg had shared an Instagram post inviting everyone to the North East India Festival in Singapore, where he was to perform live. It’s a post that many fans now see with heavy hearts. www.ndtv.com+1
A Legacy That Won’t Fade
While the circumstances remain tragic, one thing is clear: Zubeen Garg’s music, his voice, his energy—is something Assam and India will remember forever. He was more than a singer—he was a cultural icon, a bridge between languages, hearts, and generations.
