Meanwhile, Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma said in an X post that he has been in constant contact with Singaporean authorities to ensure the repatriation of Zubeen’s mortal remains.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday expressed condolences following the death of Assam’s beloved singer Zubeen Garg, who passed away in Singapore after a scuba diving accident. Garg, best known for his popular song ‘Ya Ali’, died at the age of 52 and is survived by his wife.
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.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) September 19, 2025
“Shocked by the sudden demise of popular singer Zubeen Garg. He will be remembered for his rich contribution to music,” the PM posted on ‘X’. “His renditions were very popular among people across all walks of life. Condolences to his family and admirers. Om Shanti,” he added.
#WATCH | Assam | Assamese singer Zubeen Garg’s family, friends and fans gather outside his residence,
The singer best known for the song ‘Ya Ali’ passed away after a scuba diving accident in Singapore. pic.twitter.com/yAHDH49OCn
— ANI (@ANI) September 19, 2025
Following news of the singer’s death, Garg’s family, friends and fans began gathering outside his residence in Guwahati.
