Late singer Zubeen Garg’s wife, Garima Saikia Garg, has appealed for an impartial investigation into his death, urging that the probe remain focused on truth and not become politicised.
Garima confirmed that Zubeen had entrusted money to his two personal security officers (PSOs), Nandeswar Bora and Prabin Baishya, to manage funds meant for his social welfare projects. She said the two maintained bank records and transaction diaries on his behalf.
The two PSOs were suspended by Assam Police after officials reportedly discovered Rs 1.1 crore in their accounts — Rs 70 lakh in one and Rs 45 lakh in the other — amounts that exceeded their official income.
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Garima said she had no knowledge of Zubeen’s financial matters and urged the public to allow the investigation to proceed without interference. She also questioned the neglect Zubeen faced on the day of his death and criticised the online circulation of footage of his final moments, calling it painful and disrespectful.
Reiterating her call for justice, Garima said Zubeen was “a simple man who deserves truth and fairness.” She and Zubeen’s sister, Palme Borthakur, have both demanded a speedy and transparent probe into the singer’s death in Singapore last month.
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