Guwahati, Sep 19 (NationPress) The renowned Assamese singer and music legend Zubeen Garg, whose enchanting voice resonated with audiences across the nation, tragically lost his life in an accident in Singapore. He was just 52 years old.

Sources indicate that the beloved artist encountered a mishap while scuba diving near Singapore on Thursday night. Authorities managed to retrieve him from the water and promptly transported him to a nearby medical facility.

Despite being under intensive care, the medical team was unable to revive him.

Zubeen Garg had traveled to Singapore to participate in the North East Festival, where he was set to perform on Friday. His unexpected passing has cast a shadow over the event and the Assamese community globally.

Celebrated as a cultural icon of Assam, Zubeen Garg was more than a singer; he was a composer, music director, actor, and filmmaker. Over his illustrious career spanning three decades, he graced thousands of songs in Assamese, Hindi, Bengali, and various other Indian languages.

His remarkable versatility in merging regional and mainstream music earned him widespread acclaim and admiration. From the romantic hit “Ya Ali,” which propelled him to national fame, to numerous Assamese classics that shaped the region's musical landscape for decades, Garg's impact on music was extraordinary.

He played a pivotal role in promoting Assamese culture and the identity of the Northeast on a national platform.

Tributes and condolences have been pouring in from every corner. Political leaders, fellow musicians, film personalities, and fans have expressed their sorrow at the premature loss of the singer, who was cherished as the voice of modern Assam.

Congress leader Ripun Bora remarked, "Deeply shocked and saddened by the untimely demise of our cultural icon Zubeen Garg. His voice, music, and indomitable spirit inspired generations across Assam and beyond. My heartfelt condolences to his family, fans, and loved ones. Rest in peace, Legend."

Social media is inundated with heartfelt messages, with many deeming Garg's departure an irreparable loss to India's music industry. For millions of fans in Assam and beyond, Zubeen Garg was much more than a singer — he was a cultural ambassador, a voice of identity, and a source of pride for the Northeast. His passing leaves a profound void that will be difficult to fill.