In a major development in the Zubeen Garg death investigation, witness Parikshit Sharma, who was present on the yacht during the incident, has appeared before the court to record his testimony.

  • Parikshit Sharma is the first Assamese witness present on the yacht during the incident to testify.
  • The case involves seven accused, including organizers and personal security officers.
  • The trial is being conducted in a special fast-track court following the singer's death in Singapore.

The investigation into the death of legendary singer Zubeen Garg has reached a critical juncture. Parikshit Sharma, an Assamese member of the Assam Association in Singapore, appeared before a special fast-track court to record his official testimony. Sharma holds a pivotal position in this trial as he was reportedly aboard the yacht on September 19, 2025, when the incident occurred.

Sharma’s testimony is being closely watched by legal experts and the public alike. His firsthand account of the events leading up to Garg’s death is expected to provide crucial evidence that could either corroborate the prosecution's claims of foul play or support the findings of the Singaporean authorities regarding accidental drowning.

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Why This Matters

BozokMedia analysis shows that the outcome of this testimony could fundamentally shift the legal landscape of the case. While Singaporean authorities initially ruled the death an accident caused by intoxication, the ongoing trial in India, fueled by local allegations of murder, hinges on the consistency of witness statements against the forensic evidence.

The testimony of a direct witness present on the vessel is the linchpin that could bridge the gap between accidental drowning and criminal conspiracy.

The legal proceedings have already framed charges against seven high-profile individuals. The accused include North East India Festival (NEIF) chief organizer Shyamkanu Mahanta, Garg’s manager Siddharth Sharma, band members Shekhar Jyoti Goswami and Amrit Prabha Mahanta, Assam Police DSP Sandipan Garg, and security officers Nandeswar Bora and Prabin Baishya.

These individuals face various charges under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), ranging from murder and criminal conspiracy to culpable homicide and negligence. While the prosecution has laid out a detailed list of charges—with Mahanta facing eight counts—all the accused have maintained their innocence, pleading not guilty to the allegations.

Historical Background: Zubeen Garg, aged 52, was in Singapore to attend the fourth edition of the North East India Festival. His death near Lazarus Island on September 19, 2025, sent shockwaves through Assam. Following over 60 FIRs, a Special Investigation Team (SIT) of the Assam Police CID was formed to probe the circumstances of his passing.

A significant tension exists between the findings of the Singapore Police Force, which concluded Garg drowned after declining a life jacket due to intoxication, and the stance of Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, who has categorized the incident as a murder involving multiple conspirators.

Did You Know?: The investigation into Zubeen Garg's death triggered more than 60 FIRs, making it one of the most widely discussed legal cases in recent Northeast Indian history.

Frequently Asked Questions

Question 1: Who is Parikshit Sharma in this case?
Answer: He is a member of the Assam Association in Singapore who was present on the yacht during Zubeen Garg's death.

Question 2: What are the main charges against the accused?
Answer: The accused face charges including murder, criminal conspiracy, and death by negligence under the BNS.