Award-winning singer and songwriter Zubeen Garg passed away on September 19, leaving a void in the Indian music industry. Following his demise, several fans gathered outside the late Zubeen Garg's home to pay their respects to the musical legend.
Fans of all ages have flocked to his Assam home with candles, flowers, and handwritten notes ever since the sad news made headlines. Photos and videos of the scene have been widely shared on social media, demonstrating the extent of his influence on people in India and beyond.
Zubeen Garg passed away from his wounds in spite of the medical staff's best efforts. He had extended a warm invitation to the 4th North East India Festival to his fans just one day prior to his tragic passing.
Singaporean authorities have launched an investigation into the accident's circumstances.
The singer performed in more than 40 languages and dialects, including Bishnupriya Manipuri, Adi, Boro, English, Goalpariya, Kannada, Karbi, Khasi, Malayalam, Marathi, Mising, Nepali, Odia, Sanskrit, Sindhi, Tamil, Telugu, and Tiwa, even though his primary work was in Assamese, Bengali, and Hindi films and music.
He played twelve instruments, including anandalahari, dhol, dotara, drums, guitar, harmonica, harmonium, mandolin, keyboard, tabla, and other percussion instruments. He was the highest-paid singer in Assam.
Zubeen Garg is survived by his wife, Garima Saikia, a fashion designer from Golaghat, Assam, whom he married on 4 February 2002.
What was the reason for Zubeen Garg’s death?
Zubeen Garg passed away at the age of 52 after a tragic scuba diving accident in Singapore, where he experienced breathing difficulties and could not be revived despite medical efforts.
Who is Zubeen Garg’s wife?
Zubeen Garg was married to Garima Saikia Garg, a fashion designer and singer.
What was Zubeen Garg’s net worth?
As per reports, Zubeen Garg’s net worth was estimated to be around $8 million (approx. Rs 70 crore) in 2024, earned through music, films, live shows, and endorsements.
How old was Zubeen Garg at the time of his death?
Zubeen Garg was 52 years old when he passed away in September 2025.
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