Prime Minister Narendra Modi and top BJP leaders are mourning the shocking death of beloved singer Zubeen Garg, hailing him as a true music legend from Assam whose songs touched millions of hearts.
In a heartfelt post on X (formerly Twitter), PM Modi shared his grief: “Shocked by the sudden demise of popular singer Zubeen Garg. He will be remembered for his rich contribution to music. His renditions were very popular among people across all walks of life. Condolences to his family and admirers. Om Shanti.”
BJP chief J.P. Nadda echoed the sentiment, calling Garg the “beloved voice of Assam.” He wrote, “Deeply saddened by the untimely demise of Zubeen Garg ji. His music and immense contributions to cinema brought Assam’s rich culture to the national stage. His soulful melodies will continue to resonate in the hearts of every Indian. His departure leaves a void that can never be filled. My heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, and countless admirers. May his soul rest in peace. Om Shanti!”
Former Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh remembered Garg as Assam’s “musical heartbeat” and a cultural icon of the Northeast. “Deeply saddened by the untimely demise of Mr Zubeen Garg, whose voice echoed the soul of the people of the Northeast. My heartfelt condolences to his family, fans, and the entire Assamese community. May his soul rest in peace,” he posted.
Assam Water Resources Minister Pijush Hazarika was left speechless by the loss. On X, he said, “I am shattered and lost for words. It is unbelievable that our most beloved, the pride and heartthrob of Assam, Zubeen Garg, is no more. His passing away leaves a void that can never be filled. Assam has lost one of its brightest souls. I pray for the eternal peace of his departed soul and offer my heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, and countless admirers whose lives he touched with his music. He will always be amidst us through his voice.”
Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu described Garg as more than just a singer—a “cultural torchbearer” who united people with his tunes. “Words fall short in moments like this. Zubeen Garg was more than a singer. He was a cultural torchbearer whose melodies brought people together, lifted spirits, and gave voice to our shared identity. My heartfelt condolences to his loved ones. May his soul find peace, and may his music live on forever,” he shared on X.
The tragic news hit hard because Zubeen Garg, a massive star in Assamese music, died in a scuba diving accident off Singapore’s coast on Thursday night. Police divers pulled him from the water and rushed him to a hospital, but despite intensive care, doctors couldn’t save him.
Garg had flown to Singapore for the North East Festival, where fans eagerly awaited his performance on Friday. His sudden passing has left the event in sorrow and devastated the global Assamese community.
Born in Assam, Zubeen Garg was a powerhouse talent—a singer, composer, music director, actor, and filmmaker with over three decades in the industry. He sang thousands of songs in Assamese, Hindi, Bengali, and other Indian languages, blending regional flavors with mainstream appeal. Hits like the romantic “Ya Ali” made him a pan-India sensation, while his Assamese tracks became the heartbeat of the Northeast for generations. Fans and leaders alike say his music will echo forever, keeping his legacy alive.
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