Legendary Singer Zubeen Garg Passes Away at 52 in Singapore

Renowned Assamese Singer Zubeen Garg Dies in Singapore at 52

Guwahati, September 19, 2025: In a heartbreaking news, celebrated singer and cultural icon Zubeen Garg has passed away at the age of 52 in Singapore following a tragic accident.

According to reports, Zubeen Garg was in Singapore to attend the North East Festival. However, before his performance, he met with a tragic accident while scuba diving. Singapore police promptly rescued him and rushed him to a nearby hospital.

Doctors admitted him to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) and placed him under constant monitoring. Despite extensive efforts by the medical team, Zubeen could not recover and was later declared dead by the hospital authorities.

News of Zubeen Garg’s passing has sent shockwaves across Assam, the Northeast, and the entire nation. Fondly called the “Heartthrob Of Assam”, his sudden demise has left fans, admirers, and well-wishers in disbelief.

Tributes have been pouring in from across the globe as fellow artists, cultural figures, and political leaders express grief over the irreparable loss. Many described him as not just a singer but an emotion and cultural bridge, whose voice gave life to the identity and spirit of the Assamese people.

Zubeen Garg was more than a singer — he was a composer, lyricist, actor, and cultural ambassador of the Northeast. His career spanned decades, with countless Assamese, Hindi, and Bengali songs to his credit. Songs like ‘Ya Ali’ brought him national fame, while his Assamese compositions earned him an eternal place in the hearts of millions.

For countless fans, his music was not just entertainment but a connection to their roots and traditions. His songs became anthems of love, nostalgia, and pride for Assam and the Northeast.

Zubeen Garg’s untimely demise marks the end of an era for the music and cultural landscape of the Northeast. His absence will be deeply felt, yet his legacy will continue to inspire generations of musicians and music lovers.

As tributes continue to flow, one truth resonates across Assam and beyond — Zubeen Garg is gone, but his music will remain eternal.

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