The Zubeen Garg death case returned to the spotlight on Monday, October 26, as Sandipan Garg appeared before a fast-track court in Guwahati for the first time since his release from jail on October 19. The suspended Assam Police officer is one of seven accused in the case involving the death of the celebrated Assamese singer.
Sandipan’s court appearance follows the Gauhati High Court’s decision to grant him bail on October 16. However, his release does not end the legal proceedings, as the trial continues and the circumstances surrounding Zubeen Garg’s death remain under judicial examination.
Zubeen Garg Death Case: Sandipan Appears After Bail
Sandipan Garg appeared before the fast-track court on Monday morning, according to media reports. He had been lodged at Nikashi Jail in Assam’s Baksa district before completing the formalities required for his release.
The Gauhati High Court granted him bail against a bond of Rs 50,000. His release took place on October 19, following the completion of the necessary legal procedures.
Sandipan is a cousin of the late singer and a suspended Deputy Superintendent of Police with the Assam Police. He had remained in judicial custody since October 2025 in connection with the investigation into the singer’s death.
His latest court appearance marks an important procedural development in the Zubeen Garg death case. Nevertheless, the bail order allows him to remain outside jail while the case proceeds; it does not amount to an acquittal.
What Sandipan Garg Said After His Release
Following his release, Sandipan expressed confidence that the judicial process would establish the truth about the singer’s death.
He said the court was examining the matter and expressed hope that Zubeen would receive justice once people learned the facts surrounding September 19.
His remarks came amid continued public attention and demands for accountability in Assam. However, the court will determine the legal issues based on the evidence and arguments presented during the proceedings.
Meanwhile, the Gauhati High Court is also considering a separate petition seeking to quash the chargesheet filed against Sandipan. That matter remains distinct from the ongoing trial before the fast-track court.
Background of the Zubeen Garg Death Case
Zubeen Garg died on September 19, 2025, while swimming in the sea off Singapore. He had travelled to the country to attend the fourth edition of the North East India Festival.
The singer’s death triggered widespread grief across Assam and led to an investigation by the Assam Police’s Criminal Investigation Department. Authorities subsequently arrested seven people in connection with the case.
The accused include festival organiser Shyamkanu Mahanta, singer’s manager Siddharth Sharma, band member Shekhar Jyoti Goswami, Amrit Prabha Mahanta, Sandipan Garg and two personal security officers.
The charges against the accused differ, and investigators have alleged varying degrees of involvement. Therefore, each person’s legal responsibility must be assessed through the judicial process rather than assumed before the court reaches its findings.
Bail Developments and the Ongoing Trial
Sandipan’s release followed the Gauhati High Court’s decision to grant bail to another accused, Amrit Prabha Mahanta, on October 9. She was subsequently released after completing the required formalities.
However, the Assam government has indicated that it intends to challenge the bail orders granted to Sandipan and Amrit Prabha in the Supreme Court. Any such challenge will proceed separately from the trial, subject to the necessary legal steps.
The fast-track court has continued hearing the case, with investigators and prosecution officials reporting progress in witness examination. These proceedings remain central to establishing the facts and assessing the allegations against the accused.
Court Proceedings Remain Central to Justice
The Zubeen Garg death case continues to attract close attention from the public, particularly in Assam, where the singer held a significant place in the region’s cultural life.
Sandipan Garg’s appearance on October 26 represents another step in the continuing legal process following his release on bail. Nevertheless, the proceedings against him and the other accused remain unresolved.
As the trial advances, the court will examine the available evidence, hear the relevant arguments and determine the legal responsibility of those facing charges. The outcome will depend on the judicial process, while the demand for justice for Zubeen Garg continues.
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