The news of the sudden death of Assamese superstar Zubeen Garg has come as a shock to the nation. The singer reportedly died in a scuba diving accident in Singapore. Several celebrities took to their respective social media handles to express grief. The list included India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Taking to his X handle, PM Modi wrote, “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.”
Other personalities who mourned the demise of Zubeen Garg included Rahul Gandhi, Armaan Malik, Vishal Mishra, Jubin Nautiyal, and Adil Hussain.
Armaan Malik wrote on X: “I am devastated and in disbelief. May his soul rest in peace.”
The celebrated Assamese singer Zubeen Garg, aged 52, has died following a fatal scuba-diving incident in Singapore. He reportedly lost consciousness while underwater and was pulled out by Singaporean authorities, but despite urgent medical attention and resuscitation efforts, he could not be revived.This tragic event is a stark reminder that even experienced individuals are vulnerable if proper safety precautions are not strictly followed beneath the waves. To help ensure safer diving for everyone, the following guidelines are based on recognised practices and expert recommendations.