As Post Malone Takes the Stage in Assam, Was Zubeen Garg’s Justice Overshadowed?

Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi on Tuesday questioned the delay in the submission of the Special Investigation Team (SIT) report into the death of Assam’s cultural icon, Zubeen Garg, after the state government had earlier committed to presenting the findings on December 8.

In a post on X, Gogoi said that for the people of Assam, December 8 had become a significant date as they expected to finally learn the truth behind the sudden death of the beloved singer-actor. He noted that despite Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma’s assurance that the SIT would deliver justice on that day, the deadline had passed and the report was yet to be submitted. Gogoi also criticised the Chief Minister for offering sound bites about American artist Post Malone’s performance in the state rather than focusing on the pending investigation.

Chief Minister Sarma had earlier told the media that the SIT probing Zubeen Garg’s death would submit its report on December 8, stating that the findings would bring “the truth before the people of Assam.” He had asserted that Zubeen would receive justice and that the report would contain several important details related to the case. Sarma had also challenged critics who questioned the SIT’s competence, saying the date would prove the government’s commitment.

Case Background

Zubeen Garg, one of Assam’s most celebrated musicians and actors, died on September 19 in Singapore while swimming during a scuba diving session. His death sent shockwaves across the state, prompting the government to involve both the SIT and the CID to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident.

Action on Piracy of Zubeen’s Last Film

Separately, the state government directed police to take strict action against individuals involved in the piracy of Roi Roi Binale, Zubeen Garg’s last film, released on October 31. The film was reportedly uploaded and downloaded illegally, prompting the government to urge the public not to participate in such activities and to report piracy-related information to police.

Public Concern

With the SIT missing the promised deadline, concerns have grown among Zubeen Garg’s fans and the wider public, who continue to demand a transparent and timely conclusion to the investigation. The delay has intensified calls for justice for the late artist, whose contribution to Assam’s cultural landscape remains unparalleled.

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