Who is singer Zubeen Garg’s wife Garima Saikia? A fashion designer, podcaster, whose pics with ‘Ya Ali’ singer will break your heart

Assamese singer Zubeen Garg, best known for the song ‘Ya Ali’ from Gangster, has died at the age of 52 following a scuba diving accident in Singapore. According to reports, the Singapore police rescued him from the sea and rushed him to a nearby hospital. Despite being placed under intensive medical care, doctors were unable to save him.

With his passing, Assam has not just lost a voice, but a heartbeat. Zubeen’s songs were a sensation in Bollywood – from Ya Ali to Dil Tu Hi Bataa in Krrish 3. His untimely death has sent shockwaves across the country, leaving fans heartbroken and the music fraternity in deep mourning.

From chart-topping Bollywood hits to soulful Assamese ballads, Zubeen Garg’s music touched millions –  and his tragic death has left a deep void. Not many know about Zubeen Garg’s family, as he was known to be an intensely private person. He was married to Garima Saikia Garg, a costume designer, film producer, and podcaster.

Who is Zubeen Garg’s wife?

Garima Saikia is Zubeen Garg’s wife. The couple tied the knot on February 4, 2002. She hails from Golaghat, Assam. On Instagram, the two shared a few pictures together that truly break our hearts. While the couple did not have any biological children, reports suggest that Zubeen adopted around 15 underprivileged children, providing them with shelter, education, and a future. Garg considered himself irreligious and said that he does not have any caste or religion.

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma mourned the passing of Garg with a heartfelt tribute. “Today Assam lost one of its favourite sons. I am in a loss of words to describe what Zubeen meant for Assam. He has gone too early, this was not an age to go. Zubeen’s voice had an unmatched ability to energise people and his music spoke directly to our minds and souls. He has left a void that will never be filled. Our future generations will remember him as a stalwart of Assam’s culture, and his works will inspire many more talented artists in the days and years to come”.

Ashok Singhal, Cabinet Minister of Assam, took to his X handle and grieved Zubeen Garg’s sudden passing. He tweeted, “Deeply saddened by the untimely demise of our beloved Zubeen Garg. Assam has lost not just a voice, but a heartbeat. Zubeen da was more than a singer, he was the pride of Assam and the nation, whose songs carried our culture, our emotions, and our spirit to every corner of the world. In his music, generations found joy, solace, and identity. His passing leaves behind a void that can never be filled. Assam has lost its dearest son, and India(BHARAT) has lost one of its finest cultural icons. My heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, and countless fans. May his soul find eternal peace, and may his legacy continue to inspire forever. Om Shanti.”