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India Invokes Mutual Legal Assistance Treaty with Singapore to Investigate Assam Singer Zubeen Garg's Death
Sep 30, 2025 09:00 pm CST
The Assam government has initiated a formal investigation into the drowning death of renowned singer Zubeen Garg in Singapore, with Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announcing that India has invoked the Mutual Legal Assistance Treaty with Singapore to facilitate the investigation. A 10-member Special Investigation Team has been formed, while over 60 FIRs have been filed in connection with the tragic incident that occurred during a yacht trip prior to Garg's scheduled performance at the North East India Festival.
Assam Government Seeks Singapore Cooperation Through MLAT in Zubeen Garg Death Investigation
Sep 30, 2025 01:06 am CST
The Assam government has requested the activation of the Mutual Legal Assistance Treaty with Singapore to investigate singer Zubeen Garg's drowning death. A 10-member Special Investigation Team is handling the case, with Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announcing that this international cooperation will facilitate access to crucial evidence and potentially help bring the accused persons back to India for justice. Over 60 FIRs have been filed in connection with the popular singer's death that occurred during a yacht trip in Singapore on September 19.