Zubeen Garg's Demise: Singer's Bandmate Claims His Manager, Festival Organiser May Have Poisoned Him

Zubeen Garg's Demise: In a latest development in renowned singer Zubeen Garg's death investigation case, his bandmate Shekhar Jyoti Goswami has made a revelation that allegedly the late singer's manager Siddharth Sharma and festival organiser Shyamkanu Mahanta may have poisoned him and tried to cover up it as accidental.

As per the witness statements, Goswami told investigators that Sharma's behavior prior to Zubin's death was suspicious. An FIR has already been filed against the manager, who faces serious non-bailable charges including murder, criminal conspiracy, and culpable homicide not amounting to murder.

Allegations of conspiracy

Goswami stated that Sharma was staying with him at the Pan Pacific Hotel in Singapore. During the yacht trip, the manager forcibly took control of the yacht from the captain, causing it to sway dangerously in the ocean, putting everyone's lives at risk.

Goswami claimed that Sharma asked Tanmay Phukan, a member of the Assam Association (Singapore), to arrange for drinks. He said that as Zubeen struggled to breath and was on the verge of drowning, when the manager shouted, "Jabo de, jabo de" (Let him go).

He further stated that Zubin was a trained swimmer and had taught Sharma and him swimming. Therefore, it is impossible for him to have died by drowning. He alleged that Sharma and Mahanta poisoned Zubin and chose Singapore as the location to hide the conspiracy.

Goswami's allegations against Sharma

Goswami said that when Zubeen was frothing from the mouth and nose, Sharma attributed it to 'acid reflux' and assured others not to worry. Instead of calling for immediate medical assistance, Goswami said, Sharma's actions caused singer's 'early demise.'

Although Sharma and Mahanta have denied these allegations during questioning, investigating agencies claim witness statements, financial transactions, and other evidence raise serious doubts about Sharma's role.

Notably, Zubeen was known for bringing Assamese music to national recognition. He rose to fame in Bollywood with his song "Ya Ali" in the film "Gangster" (2006). He was called as the "king of humming." Zubeen, died in a tragic scuba diving accident in Singapore.