 "'Ya Ali' singer Zubeen Garg dies in scuba diving accident in Singapore at 52")
Popular Assamese singer Zubeen Garg, known for crooning songs like Ya Ali, Jaane Kya Chahe Mann Bawra, Subah Subah, Maahi Ve and Dilruba among others has died in a freak accident in Singapore while scuba diving at the age 52. He was in Singapore for the North East India Festival, where he supposed to perform on 20 and 21 September.
“It is with deep sadness that we share the news of Zubeen Garg’s passing. While scuba diving, he experienced breathing difficulties and was immediately given CPR before being rushed to Singapore General Hospital. Despite efforts to save him, he was declared deceased in the ICU around 2.30 pm IST,” Anuj Kumar Boruah, the representative of North East India Festival told NDTV.
Adil Hussain mourned the singer’s death. His post on X read, “Devastated and shocked by the news of Zubeen Garg’s sudden death in an accident in Singapore. I am so very sad… His contribution to Assamese music and culture is extraordinary… He will live amongst us through his songs… Dear Zubeen I remember you with lots love and fondness.. May his singing soul rest in peace and God bless his soul… Good bye Zubeen.. Until we meet on the other side… Keep singing with your beautiful Voice and make Gods Happy (sic).”
Former Rajya Sabha MP, Ripu Bora also paid his last respects to the singer on X and wrote, “Deeply shocked and saddened by the untimely demise of our cultural icon Zubeen Garg. His voice, music, and indomitable spirit inspired generations across Assam and beyond. My heartfelt condolences to his family, fans, and loved ones. Rest in peace, Legend (sic).”