The controversy over the death of music icon Zubeen Garg has taken a sharp political turn as Assam Jatiya Parishad (AJP) Secretary Chittaranjan Basumatary made explosive claims against Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. Basumatary accused the Chief Minister and the Assam government of attempting to manipulate the investigation for political gain and shielding influential individuals linked to the case.
Speaking to the media, Basumatary alleged that the probe into Zubeen Garg’s death had turned into “drama and deception,” accusing the Chief Minister of diverting attention from the truth through theatrics. He claimed that government officials were protecting certain people, including Zubeen’s manager Siddharth and others, while key suspects were shielded in the early days of the investigation.
Basumatary also criticised writer Sikha Sarma, calling her “an active BJP problem” who continued to insult Zubeen even after his death. He said that attempts were being made to erase Zubeen’s identity and legacy, calling the late singer “a cultural asset of Assam and the nation.” 
The AJP leader directly accused the Chief Minister of double standards. “He was the person who criticised Zubeen the most when he was alive. Now he is pretending to honour him,” Basumatary said. He further compared CM Sarma to King Pondrak Vasudev of the Mahabharata, saying he was “pretending to be someone he is not.” He claimed the government’s involvement in the Justice for Zubeen movement was politically motivated, aimed at retaining public support.
Basumatary also raised serious questions about the handling of Zubeen Garg’s death abroad. He asked why no senior minister, government representative, or diplomat was sent immediately to Singapore. He questioned the lack of a state funeral, chartered flight, air ambulance, or national honours for Zubeen, despite the singer’s global fame.
He further highlighted suspicious links with the North East Festival in Singapore and asked why it continued under a new name after Zubeen’s death. Basumatary also questioned the protection allegedly given to certain individuals like Sanjive Narain Dangi and the failure of authorities to act promptly.
Listing nineteen pointed questions to the Assam government, Basumatary demanded accountability for the mismanagement, slow investigation, and protection of key suspects. He accused the Chief Minister of using the case theatrically rather than ensuring justice, and said this has undermined public trust.
“The real fight is between truth and political power,” Basumatary said. “Zubeen Garg was a cultural treasure. Even after his death, attempts are being made to tarnish his legacy. Those responsible must be held accountable.”
