SIT Arrests Two of Zubeen Garg’s Personal Security Officers in Death Probe
In a dramatic development in the ongoing investigation into the mysterious death of Assamese singer Zubeen Garg, a Special Investigation Team (SIT) has arrested two of his personal security officers (PSOs). The arrests have escalated the inquiry into whether foul play was involved in what was initially declared a drowning. The move also adds new pressure and scrutiny on those close to the late singer.
The authorities have not yet revealed the names of the PSOs taken into custody. But according to police sources, these two were among the trusted circle who accompanied Zubeen Garg during the ill-fated trip to Singapore. Their arrest indicates that the investigation is now probing roles beyond just the event organizer or manager, reaching into the protective detail as well.
The Larger Context: Garg’s Death Under Investigation
Zubeen Garg, an icon in Assam’s music and cultural landscape, died in Singapore on September 19 while he was visiting for the North East India Festival. The official death certificate in Singapore cited drowning as the cause. But the singer’s sudden demise triggered massive public mourning, shock and questions. In Assam, uncertainty turned to suspicion, prompting the state government to order a second autopsy and institute a SIT under the Assam CID.
Since then, several FIRs have been filed against festival organizer Shyamkanu Mahanta and Garg’s manager Siddhartha Sharma alleging negligence, criminal conspiracy, and deaths by negligence.The arrests of the organizer and manager have already drawn headlines. But arresting security officers signals that the probe is deepening, looking for possible lapses in protection, chain of custody, or collusion.
What the Arrests Could Reveal
Arresting PSOs is a significant leap in the investigation because these individuals are typically charged with safeguarding their principal. Their roles on that night, in the hours before, and during any emergency, may now come under scrutiny. Did they raise alarm? Did they take steps to protect or assist Garg when he showed distress? Did they delay or prevent medical action? These are questions investigators are likely to explore.
Another crucial angle is financial. Reports have surfaced that these PSOs had substantial transactions in their bank accounts—around ₹1 crore—which the SIT is investigating for links with the death case. If these are connected, it could point to bribery, inducement, or paid complicity.
Public Pressure and Demands for Transparency
Garg’sDeath has unleashed strong demands from fans, media, civil society, and political quarters for a transparent and exhaustive inquiry. Many believe that the narrative of an accidental drowning is inadequate, given anomalies and conflicting accounts around the circumstances. The arrest of PSOs feeds into public sentiment that powerful networks may be shielding some key players.
The Assam Chief Minister has already announced a judicial inquiry in parallel. Meanwhile, opposition voices, including from Congress, have called for the probe to be handed over to central agencies like CBI or NIA.
Next Steps in the Investigation
After their arrests, the two PSOs will be questioned in custody by the SIT. Investigators will seek a detailed timeline of their actions and communications before, during, and after Garg’s apparent drowning. Their electronic devices, call records, and bank statements will likely be seized and analyzed.
The SIT is also expected to expand arrests or summons to anyone who might have had a role—crew, musicians, close associates—if new leads emerge. Given the layered nature of the case involving international travel, cross-border coordination with Singapore authorities may also be a part of the probe.
For now, the arrests raise more questions than answers. But they signify that the SIT is pressing ahead without fear or favour. In a case that deeply resonates across Assam, each new turn is watched not just as an investigation but as a quest for justice for a beloved artist whose sudden death left a void in hearts across a region.
As the investigation unfolds, public expectations will demand full accountability, clarity, and closure. The arrests of two PSOs are among the most serious steps yet—and if the SIT handles this meticulously, it could be the key to unveiling what truly happened that fateful night.
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