Shekhar Jyoti Goswami, a long time member of Zubeen Garg’s musical ensemble, has leveled shocking claims: he suggests that the late singer may have been poisoned, rather than tragically drowning. The accusation adds a sinister twist to the already mysterious circumstances surrounding Garg’s death in Singapore. 

According to Goswami, Zubeen’s manager and a festival organiser may have orchestrated events to mask a deliberate act. These allegations surfaced as authorities arrested manager Siddharth Sharma on October 1 under charges including criminal conspiracy and culpable homicide not amounting to murder. The Special Investigation Team (SIT) is pursuing multiple leads even as public scrutiny intensifies. 

Goswami’s account is rooted in events on the fateful yacht outing near Lazarus Island. He says Zubeen initially donned a life jacket, but removed it because it felt loose. Moments later, the singer was found floating upside down, apparently submerged for about a minute. Upon being pulled from the water, he vomited and appeared unresponsive. The timeline raises questions about how a seasoned swimmer might drown under such conditions. 

Goswami also alleges that Zubeen was under intense pressure from his management, citing grueling performance schedules and fatigue. He claims Zubeen did not take his medication before going to sea, and that his phone remained with the manager during the trip. In his narrative, Goswami insists he was only a companion and had no part in decisions that day.

Authorities have moved swiftly. The SIT arrested Goswami and charged Sharma and the festival organiser with murder. Two additional individuals, including singer Amritprabha Mahanta, are also in custody. A judicial inquiry has been ordered by Assam’s Chief Minister, raising the possibility of escalating the investigation to a national level. 

Public sentiment, especially in Assam, is charged. Fans and local voices are demanding justice and clarity, rejecting any narrative that treats the singer’s death as mere accident. Some have accused associates of long-standing exploitation of Zubeen’s fame. 

Regardless of how the investigation unfolds, the human side of this tragedy is compelling. A family and a fanbase seek answers. A beloved artist’s legacy is under tension between love, grief, and suspicion. Whether this was a tragic accident or a hidden crime, the hope is that truth emerges. In the end, the story of Zubeen Garg’s life and death deserves a clear and respectful telling.