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Guwahati, Oct 16 (IANS) Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Thursday said the Special Investigation Team (SIT) probing the death of renowned singer and cultural icon Zubeen Garg is likely to file its charge sheet by November.
Speaking to reporters in Guwahati, the Chief Minister said the state government would soon approach the Gauhati High Court to set up a fast-track court to ensure speedy trial in the high-profile case.
He also confirmed that the state will appoint a special public prosecutor to handle the proceedings, underscoring the administration’s commitment to transparent and speedy pursuit of justice.
CM Sarma said, “The SIT has been directed to complete its work expeditiously and we are hopeful that the charge sheet will be filed by November. The government will also request the High Court to set up a fast-track court so that the trial can proceed without any delay.”
Commenting on the recent unrest in the Baksa district jail related to the case, the Chief Minister said that nine people have been arrested so far after being identified through video evidence.
Those detained include Nurul Alom, All Bodoland Minority Students Union (ABMSU) member Mahidul Islam, ABMSU’s Mustafa Ahmed, Sipjohn Ali, Sahidul, Ahela Mia (listed as D-voter), Ramiz Ali, Asiq and former All Assam Students Union (AASU) member Harekrishna Pathak.
Chief Minister Sarma said that the two youths injured during the incident are currently undergoing treatment at AIIMS and their condition is said to be stable.
He said, “After false reports of death of two injured people, I asked my cabinet colleague Ranjit Das to go to AIIMS this morning. The minister has confirmed that the condition of both of them is stable and undergoing proper medical care.”
The Chief Minister dismissed speculations of any death in the Baksa incident and reiterated that there have been no deaths.
He assured that the state government is closely monitoring the situation and more arrests may be made as the investigation continues based on video footage and eyewitness accounts.
–IANS
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