Controversy Surrounding Zubeen Garg's Mysterious Death Echoes Across India

The Supreme Court petition filed by Shyamkanu Mahanta seeks transferring the probe into Assamese singer Zubeen Garg's death from Assam Police to a central agency. The plea accuses unjust media trials and argues for a fair investigation. Media and authorities allegedly wrongfully implicate Mahanta in Garg's untimely demise.

In a significant judicial move, Shyamkanu Mahanta, chief organiser of the Northeast India Festival, has filed a petition in the Supreme Court requesting a transfer of the investigation into singer Zubeen Garg's death from Assam's police to a central body like the CBI or NIA.

Zubeen Garg, a celebrated Assamese singer, tragically passed away in Singapore. Initially reported as a drowning incident, police have since lodged murder charges against his manager and Mahanta, amid widespread allegations of a 'vicious media trial' and 'scapegoating.'

The plea implores the apex court for a fair investigation, given over 54 FIRs targeting Mahanta and claims of an orchestrated media frenzy. The petition suggests central agency oversight to ensure unbiased inquiry.

(With inputs from agencies.)