Assam CM seeks Singapore's help in Zubeen Garg's death case
What's the story
The Assam government has requested the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) to invoke the Mutual Legal Assistance Treaty (MLAT) with Singapore regarding the recent death of singer Zubeen Garg (52). Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced this on Monday, stating that invoking the treaty would ensure full cooperation from Singaporean authorities. Per the Ministry of External Affairs, the treaty "facilitates cooperation between the two countries in criminal investigations and proceedings."
Details
Sarma's post on X
Sarma wrote on X, "The Govt of Assam has submitted a formal request to the Ministry of Home Affairs to invoke the Mutual Legal Assistance Treaty (MLAT) with Singapore in connection with the unfortunate demise of our beloved Zubeen Garg." "Once invoked, this will ensure full cooperation from Singaporean authorities, giving us access to case details and assistance in extradition if necessary, to secure justice." The SIT is currently investigating the case.
Twitter Post
Here's what the CM wrote
The Govt of Assam has submitted a formal request to the Ministry of Home Affairs to invoke the Mutual Legal Assistance Treaty (MLAT) with Singapore in connection with the unfortunate demise of our beloved Zubeen.
— Himanta Biswa Sarma (@himantabiswa) September 29, 2025
Once invoked, this will ensure full cooperation from Singaporean…
Investigation efforts
Special team to be sent to Singapore
Once the MHA invokes the treaty, a special team from Assam will be sent to Singapore. This team will work with local authorities, study the case evidence, and ensure that all legal avenues are properly pursued in the investigation. The move comes amid increasing public demand for a transparent and thorough investigation into Garg's death, which has left millions of fans across Assam and Northeast India shattered.
Family's plea
Garg's wife demands justice
Garg died in Singapore due to drowning on September 19. His wife, Garima Saikia Garg, has demanded a thorough inquiry into his death. She questioned why those who were with him on the yacht did not rescue him, given his health condition and the potential for an epileptic seizure. "I want justice! I want a proper inquiry and answers to all our questions," she told reporters after the conduct of the 11th-day rituals for her husband in Guwahati.