Zubeen Garg Death Case: Two Accused Withdraw Bail Pleas

Shyamkanu Mahanta and Sandipan Garg, two of the seven accused in the Zubeen Garg death case, withdrew their bail petitions on Thursday during a hearing at the Kamrup District and Sessions Judge’s Court in Guwahati. The information was confirmed by the counsel representing Garima Saikia Garg, the wife of the late Assamese musician.

The development comes as the court also heard bail pleas of three other accused in the case, while reserving its verdict for a later date.

In the Zubeen Garg death case, accused Shyamkanu Mahanta and Sandipan Garg withdrew their bail petitions during a hearing at the Kamrup District and Sessions Judge’s Court in Guwahati. The court heard bail pleas of three other accused and reserved its verdict on their pleas for January 30.

What Happened in Court

The hearing took place at the Kamrup District and Sessions Judge’s Court, where multiple bail petitions related to the case were listed.

Advocate Pradip Tamuli, appearing on behalf of Garima Saikia Garg, informed mediapersons that Shyamkanu Mahanta and Sandipan Garg chose to withdraw their bail pleas during Thursday’s proceedings. According to him, the court proceeded to hear bail pleas filed by three other accused in the case.

Those whose pleas were heard include:

• Amritprabha Mahanta
• Paresh Baishya (bodyguard of Zubeen Garg)
• Nandeswar Bora (bodyguard of Zubeen Garg)

The court also took note of filings related to charges in the case during the hearing.

Prosecution and Defence Submissions

Advocate Tamuli stated that public prosecutors had earlier indicated their intention to oppose the bail pleas, and they formally objected to the petitions during the hearing.

He added that Amritprabha Mahanta’s counsel made a detailed submission before the court, arguing that she had cooperated fully with the investigation despite allegations against her. On this basis, her advocate sought the court’s consideration for granting bail.

“The court heard the bail pleas of Amritprabha Mahanta, Paresh Baishya, and Nandeswar Bora and the filing of charges. The other two accused withdrew their petitions,” Advocate Tamuli said while addressing the media.

Court’s Next Step

After hearing arguments from both the prosecution and defence, the court reserved its verdict on the bail pleas of the three accused. The decision is scheduled to be pronounced on January 30.

This means that no immediate relief has been granted to the accused whose pleas were heard, and they will have to wait for the court’s final order.

Statement from Garima Saikia Garg

Garima Saikia Garg, wife of Zubeen Garg, also spoke to the media after the hearing. She said she was satisfied with the submissions made by the public prosecutors before the court.

She confirmed that while two of the accused withdrew their bail petitions, the court heard the pleas of three others and reserved its verdict, which will be delivered on January 30.

Why This Matters Locally

The case has drawn significant public attention in Guwahati and across Assam due to Zubeen Garg’s stature as a legendary cultural figure. Each legal development is being closely followed by the public, making court proceedings and outcomes particularly significant.

The withdrawal of bail petitions by two accused is seen as a notable procedural step, while the pending verdict on other bail pleas will determine the immediate legal status of the remaining accused.

What Happens Next

• The court will deliver its verdict on the bail pleas of Amritprabha Mahanta, Paresh Baishya, and Nandeswar Bora on January 30.
• Further legal proceedings will continue based on the court’s decision and the status of charges in the case.
• The remaining accused may take fresh legal steps depending on the outcome.

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