Zubeen Garg Death Case: Assam Cabinet Seeks Day-To-Day Trial at Gauhati High Court

The Assam cabinet on Thursday decided to approach the Gauhati High Court seeking a day-to-day trial in the murder case of cultural icon Zubeen Garg, who died under mysterious circumstances while swimming in Singapore on September 19, 2025. The move aims to expedite the judicial process following repeated requests from Garg’s family, who have expressed frustration over delays in the trial at the lower court in Guwahati.

Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said the cabinet’s decision involves requesting the High Court to designate an exclusive court for the day-to-day trial of the case. “We will intimate the chief justice about the cabinet decision, who will take a call on what to do,” Sarma stated, emphasising that the move is in response to the family’s demand for faster proceedings rather than dissatisfaction with the current court handling the matter.

Several individuals linked to Garg’s professional and personal life are currently in judicial custody as accused in the case. These include North East India Festival (NEIF) chief organiser Shyamkanu Mahanta, Garg’s manager Siddharth Sharma, two band members Shekhar Jyoti Goswami and Amrit Prabha Mahanta, his cousin and Assam Police official Sandipan Garg, and his personal security officers Nandeswar Bora and Prabin Baishya. None of the accused have been granted bail so far.

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The cabinet’s decision comes a week after Garg’s wife, Garrima Saikia Garg, and his sister, Palme Borthakur, publicly voiced concerns over the slow pace of proceedings at the trial court. Sarma highlighted that although justice could continue to be served in the current court, the government has previously committed to prioritising the family’s wishes, leading to the proposal for a dedicated court to accelerate hearings.

The case has drawn wide public attention due to Garg’s prominence as a singer and cultural icon in Assam and the North-East. The mysterious nature of his death and the number of high-profile individuals involved have intensified scrutiny, prompting calls from various quarters for an expedited judicial process to ensure transparency and accountability.

Officials said the next step involves formally approaching the Gauhati High Court, which will consider the cabinet’s request and decide whether to assign an exclusive court for the trial. Observers expect that, if approved, this measure could significantly shorten delays and ensure more consistent day-to-day hearings in one dedicated venue, aligning with the family’s demands for a faster resolution.

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