SINGAPORE, Sept. 21 -- India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed shock over the sudden death of singer Zubeen Garg, who died on Friday following a scuba diving accident in Singapore. Garg, a cultural icon from Assam, was 52.

In a heartfelt message on X, Modi wrote: "Shocked by the sudden demise of popular singer Zubeen Garg. He will be remembered for his rich contribution to music. His renditions were very popular among people across all walks of life. Condolences to his family and admirers. Om Shanti."

Garg had arrived in Singapore a day before he was scheduled to perform at the North East Festival yesterday, an event celebrating the culture and products of India's north-eastern region. The festival was cancelled following the tra...