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Charges Filed in Zubeen Garg Murder Case: 4 Accused

12/13/2025

Summary

Story summary

The Special Investigation Team (SIT) in Assam filed a chargesheet on December 12, 2025, regarding the death of singer Zubeen Garg, who died on September 19, 2025, in Singapore.
The chargesheet, over 12,000 pages long, accuses four individuals of murder, including festival organizer Shyamkanu Mahanta and Garg's manager Siddhartha Sharma.
Garg's cousin, Sandipan Garg, faces charges of culpable homicide not amounting to murder.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma described the incident as a "plain and simple murder" and stated that the investigation will proceed in a fast-track court.
The case has generated significant public emotion and calls for justice throughout Assam.

History

Historical Context

The 2002 Jessica Lal murder case underscored India's challenges with justice, culminating in public protests that led to a conviction. Similarly, Zubeen Garg's death in September 2025 ignited outrage in Assam, prompting a Special Investigation Team to probe allegations of foul play. This reflects a growing demand for accountability in high-profile cases, as seen in the extensive 12,000-page chargesheet filed against multiple suspects.

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Story summary

The Special Investigation Team (SIT) in Assam filed a chargesheet on December 12, 2025, regarding the death of singer Zubeen Garg, who died on September 19, 2025, in Singapore.
The chargesheet, over 12,000 pages long, accuses four individuals of murder, including festival organizer Shyamkanu Mahanta and Garg's manager Siddhartha Sharma.
Garg's cousin, Sandipan Garg, faces charges of culpable homicide not amounting to murder.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma described the incident as a "plain and simple murder" and stated that the investigation will proceed in a fast-track court.
The case has generated significant public emotion and calls for justice throughout Assam.

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