Social Media Row Over Assam Icon Zubeen Garg Sparks Legal Action

A woman was detained for making derogatory remarks against Zubeen Garg, a cultural icon from Assam. The singer's wife, Garima Saikia Garg, filed a complaint leading to the arrest. The remarks on social media triggered public outrage and legal proceedings for defamation and hate speech.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Guwahati | Updated: 19-01-2026 16:48 IST | Created: 19-01-2026 16:48 IST
Social Media Row Over Assam Icon Zubeen Garg Sparks Legal Action
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A woman faced detention on Monday due to her alleged derogatory comments about Assam's cultural emblem, Zubeen Garg, as confirmed by police authorities.

The complaint was filed by the singer's wife, Garima Saikia Garg, with the Crime Branch of Guwahati Police against Sikha Sarma, who is known for her social media commentary.

Sarma's remarks sparked outrage, leading to calls for legal intervention. The case is being investigated as hate speech and defamation.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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