The Kamrup Metropolitan District and Sessions Court on Friday, January 30, rejected the bail applications of three accused in the Zubeen Garg death case, a matter that continues to draw close attention in Guwahati and across Assam.
The court denied bail to Amritprabha Mahanta, along with security personnel Nandeshwar Bora and Paresh Baishya, officials confirmed.
A Guwahati court has rejected the bail pleas of three accused in the Zubeen Garg death case. The Kamrup Metropolitan District and Sessions Court denied relief on January 30, as the SIT investigation, in which murder charges were later added, continues to be examined through the judicial process.
What the Court Decided
The bail rejection came during proceedings at the Kamrup Metropolitan District and Sessions Court, which is hearing the case following the filing of a chargesheet by the Special Investigation Team (SIT).
Another accused, Shyamkanu Mahanta, had earlier withdrawn his bail plea. His counsel informed the court that the decision was based on legal and personal considerations, as well as recent developments in the case.
Other Bail Pleas Withdrawn Earlier
Court records show that Sandipan Garg, a relative of the late singer, had also withdrawn his bail application at an earlier stage through his lawyer.
According to the prosecution, the remaining accused in the case are Siddharth Sharma and Shekhar Jyoti Goswami, whose legal status will be considered separately as proceedings continue.
Background of the Case
Zubeen Garg, one of Assam’s most celebrated cultural icons, died on September 19 last year after drowning while swimming in Singapore. He had travelled there to participate in the North East Festival, officials said.
Following his death, the Assam government constituted a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to probe the circumstances surrounding the incident. During the course of the investigation, the SIT added murder charges and later filed a chargesheet before the Guwahati court.
Why the Case Matters in Guwahati
Zubeen Garg’s death has had a deep emotional impact in Guwahati, where he maintained a strong connection with audiences, musicians, and cultural institutions. Court hearings related to the case have consistently drawn public interest, making it one of the most closely followed legal matters in the city.
Legal experts note that bail decisions in such high-profile cases are closely scrutinised, as they shape the course of trial proceedings.
What Happens Next
With bail denied to three accused, the case will proceed further in the trial court based on the SIT’s chargesheet. Future hearings are expected to focus on the examination of evidence and prosecution submissions.
No fresh hearing date was announced at the time of reporting.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. Which court rejected the bail pleas in the Zubeen Garg death case?
The Kamrup Metropolitan District and Sessions Court in Guwahati rejected the bail applications.
Q2. What charges are involved in the case?
The SIT initially probed the incident as a death by drowning but later added murder charges and filed a chargesheet before the court.
