Music world has lost one of its most soulful voices. ‘Ya Ali’ singer Zubeen Garg, often hailed as the “immortal voice of Assam”, passed away at 52 after a tragic scuba diving accident in Singapore.
His sudden demise has left fans, fellow musicians, and leaders across the nation in shock, marking the end of an era in Indian music.
Tragic End Abroad
Garg was in Singapore to perform at the North East India Festival on September 20–21. A leisure dive turned fatal, and despite immediate medical efforts, doctors couldn’t save him. Just days earlier, he had invited fans on social media to join his free-entry concert filled with Assamese, Hindi, and Bengali hits.
Nation in Shock
Condolences poured in from all corners:
- Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma hailed him as an “immortal voice”.
- PM Narendra Modi expressed grief at his “sudden demise,” remembering his songs as timeless.
- Rahul Gandhi, Adil Hussain, Pritam, and Jubin Nautiyal also mourned the irreplaceable loss.
A Musical Legacy
From his breakthrough Assamese album Anamika (1992) to Bollywood blockbusters like Dil Se, Asoka, Fiza, and the unforgettable Ya Ali from Gangster, Zubeen Garg’s voice became the heartbeat of millions. For the Northeast, he was more than a singer — he was cultural pride and identity.
End of an Era
Zubeen Garg’s sudden death closes a golden chapter in Indian music. Yet, his songs and spirit will continue to echo across generations — forever immortal.
