“Zubeen’s death is linked to his last movie”: Akhil Gogoi sparks fresh debate on the day of 'Roi Roi Binale' release

Sibsagar MLA and Raijor Dal chief Akhil Gogoi on October 31 reignited public debate over the mysterious death of Assam’s cultural icon Zubeen Garg, claiming that the singer’s demise is “deeply connected” to his final film Roi Roi Binale, which released statewide the same day.

Speaking to the media before attending the premiere at 8:50 AM, Gogoi said that Roi Roi Binale carries a profound emotional weight for the people of Assam, as it represents not just Zubeen’s last cinematic work, but also a reflection of his unfulfilled dreams.

“I will not only urge the people of Assam to watch this film, but I am sure that after watching it, they will unite in demanding justice for our beloved Zubeen Garg,” Gogoi said. “The movie will give us strength and a positive energy to continue the fight for truth.”

Questioning the credibility of the ongoing investigation, Gogoi expressed skepticism over the state government’s claim that the Special Investigation Team (SIT) will file a chargesheet within a month. He said it was “impossible to deliver justice” in such a short time, given the “lack of progress” by the CID team that recently visited Singapore under Special DGP (CID) Munna Prasad Gupta.

“The CID team returned without any solid evidence, document, or statement from Singapore authorities,” Gogoi alleged. “It looks like the Chief Minister has already planned the outcome — a ‘fitting chargesheet’ designed to close the case conveniently.”

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He further asserted that the chargesheet, once filed, would not secure conviction under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNS), and accused the government of “staging a drama” to pacify public outrage.

Drawing a comparison with the APSC cash-for-job scam, Gogoi said, “Just as the accused in that case may walk free after the court’s verdict, Zubeen’s justice too risks being buried under political theatrics.”

Highlighting procedural lapses, Gogoi said investigators are legally bound under Section 112 of the BNSS to seek a “letter of request” from a court to approach foreign authorities for evidence, and must obtain prior Union government approval under Section 208. “These procedures were ignored,” he claimed, warning that the accused might easily get bail once the chargesheet is filed.

He also alleged that the government plans to keep the accused in custody until the 2026 Assam Assembly elections by tagging them in additional financial irregularity cases.

Adding that he had personally reached out to CID officials, Gogoi said, “I offered to give my statement to the Special DGP, but I have not received any response to date.”

As Roi Roi Binale opened to packed theatres across Assam, fans celebrated Zubeen Garg’s final artistic gift with tears and pride. Yet, amid the applause, Gogoi’s remarks have reignited a burning public sentiment — that the mystery behind Zubeen’s death still demands clear answers and justice.