Tributes Pour In For Zubeen Garg, CM Sarma Says 'Assam Lost One Of Its Favourite Son'

Last Updated:September 19, 2025, 16:29 IST

Zubeen Garg, iconic Assamese singer, passed away after a scuba diving accident in Singapore. Assam mourns the loss of its beloved rockstar whose music inspired generations.

Assamese singer Zubeen Garg

Tributes poured in for renowned Assamese singer Zubeen Garg who passed away following a scuba diving accident in Singapore.

In a post on X, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said: “Today Assam lost one of its favourite sons. I am at a loss of words to describe what Zubeen meant for Assam. He has gone too early; this was not an age to go."

“Our future generations will remember him as a stalwart of Assam’s culture, and his works will inspire many more talented artists in the days and years to come. Beyond his music, his connection with people and passion for helping them will always be remembered. I will greatly cherish all my interactions with him…Rest well, Zubeen! You will always be Assam’s favourite rockstar," he said.

Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal said: “It was with profound grief that I spoke with Dr. Shilpak Ambule, the High Commissioner of India to Singapore, who confirmed the tragic news of the passing of our beloved Zubeen Garg."

He further said: “This is an irreparable loss for Assam, our nation, and the entire world of music. Zubeen Garg was the heartbeat of a generation, and his voice was a powerful symbol of pride for millions."

“In this moment of overwhelming sorrow, I stand in solidarity with the people of Assam. My heartfelt condolences to his family, friends and admirers, and prayers for the eternal peace of his soul," he added.

BJP Assam president Dilip Saikia also expressed condolence on the sudden death of the singer.

“Devastated by the loss of Assam’s heartthrob, #ZubeenGarg. A generational talent whose voice defined an era, he gave us over 38,000 songs across 40 languages. His legacy in Assamese and Bollywood music will echo forever. Our hearts are broken. Rest in our hearts, Rockstar!" he said.

According to reports, Garg was rescued from the sea by Singapore police and immediately rushed to a nearby hospital. He was admitted to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU), where doctors monitored his condition and provided intensive care. Despite these efforts, the singer sadly succumbed to his injuries.

Zubeen Garg had travelled to Singapore to participate in the North East Festival, where he was scheduled to perform on the day of the incident. No official statement has yet been released regarding the circumstances of his accident.

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