The trial in the case involving Assamese music icon Zubeen Garg began on Monday in a fast-track court in Guwahati, with proceedings aimed at examining the circumstances surrounding his death following sustained public demand for a comprehensive inquiry.
The hearings are being conducted in Court No. 3 of the Sessions Court in Kamrup Metropolitan district, presided over by Judge Sharmil Bhuyan, who has been appointed under a specially created supernumerary post equivalent to that of a District and Sessions Judge.
The move to fast-track the case follows months of pressure from Garg’s family and supporters, who sought an expedited legal process amid lingering doubts over the nature of the incident. An earlier probe conducted in Singapore had termed the episode an “unfortunate accident”, but the findings did not quell public concern in Assam.
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In response, the Assam government constituted a dedicated fast-track court to ensure time-bound proceedings. The trial is expected to follow due legal procedure while prioritising timely adjudication.
The case has drawn considerable public attention across the state, given Garg’s stature as a prominent cultural figure. His supporters have consistently called for clarity and accountability, leading to renewed scrutiny of the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Authorities indicated that the court will proceed in accordance with established legal norms, with periodic updates on the hearings likely to be made available as the trial progresses.
The commencement of the fast-track proceedings marks a significant step in addressing concerns raised by the family and the wider public, as the judiciary undertakes a detailed examination of the case.
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