Prime Minister Narendra Modi was among many who condoled the death of Assam’s popular singer Zubeen Garg in Singapore.
”Shocked by the sudden demise of popular singer Zubeen Garg. He will be remembered for his rich contribution to music,” the PM posted on ‘X’ on Friday (September 19, 2025).
”His renditions were very popular among people across all walks of life. Condolences to his family and admirers. Om Shanti”, he said.
Rahul Gandhi describes singer Zubeen Garg’s death as ‘terrible tragedy’
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Friday mourned the death Garg, describing it as a “terrible tragedy”.
‘’The passing of Zubeen Garg is a terrible tragedy. His voice defined a generation, and his talent was truly unmatched,” Mr. Gandhi said in a post on ‘X’.
He overcame personal tragedies to reshape the landscape of Assamese music, the Congress MP said.
‘’His perseverance and courage have left an enduring mark. He will live on in our hearts and minds forever,” he said.
Adil Hussain, Vishal Mishra, Pritam mourn Zubeen Garg’s sudden demise
Actor Adil Hussain, musicians Papon, Vishal Mishra, Armaan Malik and Pritam on Friday expressed shock over the sudden death of Garg.
In a post on X, Mr. Hussain said he was “devastated and shocked” by the news of Garg’s sudden death.
“I am so very sad… His contribution to Assamese music and culture is extraordinary… He will live amongst us through his songs… Dear Zubeen I remember you with lots love and fondness.. May his singing soul rest in peace and God bless his soul… Good bye Zubeen.. Until we meet on the other side… Keep singing with your beautiful Voice and make Gods Happy,” he added.
“This is so shocking! The voice of a generation! Gone to soon. At a loss of words! Lost a friend. Lost a brother. A big void. Praying for a peaceful journey of his soul,” Mr. Papon said on X.
Mr. Mishra shared an old photo of Garg on Instagram and wrote, “Zubeen Da, like every one else, I loved your voice and connected to it so much ! Left us all too soon.” Mr. Malik tweeted, “I am devastated and in disbelief. May his soul rest in peace.. #ZubeenGarg.”
“Zubeen losing his life in an accident is just the most terrible and saddest news.
I’m still trying to come to terms with it… My deepest condolences to Garima and his family. Om Shanti,” Mr. Pritam shared in a post on X.
Garg, best known for his ‘Ya Ali’ song, died while scuba diving in the Southeast Asian country.
Garg, 52, is survived by his wife.
