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Zubeen Garg's longtime friend and business partner Bankim Roy Medhi has spoken out about the singer's tragic death. He described the circumstances surrounding Garg's passing as "total negligence" based on video and audio evidence. The investigation has led to five arrests including Garg's manager and the main event organizer. Medhi also reflected on their business ventures aimed at developing Assam's economy and agricultural sector.

Key Points: Zubeen Garg Friend Bankim Medhi Blames Negligence Singer Death

  • Bankim Medhi alleges total negligence in Zubeen Garg's death based on video evidence
  • Five arrests made including manager Siddharth Sharma and event organizer
  • Medhi reveals their business partnership focused on Assam's agricultural development
  • Bandmate Shekhar Jyoti Goswami claims conspiracy to portray death as accidental
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Total negligence... Zubeen Garg's friend Bankim Roy Medhi on singer's demise

Zubeen Garg's close friend Bankim Roy Medhi calls singer's death "total negligence" as SIT arrests 5 including manager and event organizer in ongoing investigation

"What we have seen in the video and what we have heard in the audio, what we have seen is total negligence - Bankim Roy Medhi"

Guwahati, October 9

A close friend of Zubeen Garg, Bankim Roy Medhi has raised serious concerns over the untimely demise of the Assamese singer, terming it a case of "negligence."

The celebrated singer passed away in Singapore on September 19, a day before he was supposed to perform at the Northeast India Festival. His mortal remains were first flown to Delhi and later taken to Guwahati on September 21 by flight.

Addressing mediapersons, Medhi talked about the SIT and CID investigation in Zubeen's death, and he also opened up on being his longtime business partner, saying, "Mera business se pehle vo mera dost hai..We have done business for the public, not for the person. Later, there were some problems. Our business went down. That's why we thought of an alternative. We have done another business. How will the unemployed people develop? How will the economy of Assam develop? How will we involve people in agriculture and develop agriculture? We thought of all these things. We thought of different things."

He recalled Garg's friendships and collaborations with different people. "He worked with someone for the cinema. He worked with someone on music. We worked for the unemployed and agricultural development. He worked for the welfare of the people of Assam..."

So far, the SIT has arrested five other individuals related to the case, including the main event organiser, Shyamku Mahanta, Zubeen Garg's manager, Siddhant Sharma, his bandmate, Shekhar Jyoti Goswami and co-singer, Amritprava Mahanta.

"What we have seen in the video and what we have heard in the audio, what we have seen is total negligence. I don't know what the law will say, but what we have seen in the video and what we have heard in the audio, what we have seen is total negligence. Jiska jo responsibility hai, uska jo manager hai uska responsibility nibhaya nahi hai..uska bhai Sandipan nibhaya nahi hai..what we have seen in the video, what they have done is wrong..." Medhi said.

CID/SIT of Assam Police had arrested Shyamkanu Mahanta (the main organiser of the Northeast India Festival in Singapore) and Garg's manager Siddharth Sharma. The Assam government on Wednesday issued an order and suspended Assam Police Service (APS) officer Sandipan Garg, who was arrested by the SIT/CID in connection with the Zubeen Garg death case.

According to 'Detailed Grounds of Arrest' (remand note), Garg's bandmate Shekhar Jyoti Goswami alleged that a "conspiracy" was hatched "to portray his death as accidental".

- ANI

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Rohit P
When Bankim Roy Medhi says "total negligence" repeatedly, it shows how serious this is. The manager and team failed in their basic duty. So disappointing for someone who gave so much to Assamese culture.
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Arjun K
The fact that they're talking about a "conspiracy to portray his death as accidental" is very concerning. The investigation must be thorough and transparent. Zubeen sir deserved better treatment.
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Sarah B
While the negligence angle is important, let's also remember Zubeen's contributions to agriculture and unemployment that Bankim mentioned. He was truly working for Assam's development beyond music.
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Vikram M
Five arrests already including his manager and bandmate! This shows how deep the negligence goes. Hope the SIT investigation brings out the complete truth. Justice for Zubeen Garg! 🙏
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Michael C
I appreciate that Bankim is speaking up, but I hope the media doesn't sensationalize this tragedy. Let the investigation proceed properly without trial by media. The family deserves closure.
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Ananya R
Still can't believe he's gone. His music was the soundtrack of our lives in Northeast India. The negligence angle makes it even more painful. Hope the responsible parties face consequences.

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