#JusticeForZubeenGarg crosses 3.4 million mentions

#JusticeForZubeenGarg has become probably the largest social media campaign that seeks justice for Zubeen Garg, the cultural icon of Assam. The campaign is growing moment by moment, day by day.

After his tragic death in Singapore in mysterious circumstances, his fans, followers, family members, celebrities and the general public, especially the youngsters, have demanded justice as most of them are skeptical about the progress of the inquiry into his death.

The 52-year-old music icon of Assam who drowned on 19 September in Singapore, where he went to perform at the North East India Festival. The music icon of Assam left behind his wife, Garima Saikia Garg, a fashion designer originally from Golaghat, his father Mohini Mohan Borthakur and many other family members.

#JusticeForZubeenGarg Unites Millions Across Borders

In the age of social media, how people can make proper and helpful use of social media tools at a time of distress is seen during this current campaign.

In Assam and different parts of the world, the hashtag #JusticeForZubeenGarg has become the biggest online movements, crossing 3.4 million mentions within days of its launch. It has already crossed 3.4 million mentions and it has become larger than the similar campaign #JusticeForZara, which was launched in Malaysia.

The campaign calls for justice and transparency surrounding beloved singer-composer Zubeen Garg. The movement gained emotional upsurge when Garima Garg, Zubeen’s wife, and family members joined in, urging fans to stand for the truth peacefully.

Since then, people have flooded social media with emotional posts, old concert clips, and messages of support, changing the campaign into an outpouring of love for the legendary singer-composer.

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#JusticeForZara: Malaysia Mourns a Young Life Lost

Meanwhile, another movement #JusticeForZara  has shaken Malaysia and beyond its boundaries. #JusticeForZara has already crossed 3.4 million mentions, is dedicated to Zara, a young Malaysian girl whose tragic story sparked national outrage.

People from Malaysia and other parts of the world have united under the hashtag, demanding justice and accountability. Zara Qairina Mahathir was a 13-year-old student at SMKA (Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Agama) Tun Datu Mustapha in Papar, Sabah, Malaysia.

She stayed in the school dormitory and on 16 July 2025, at around 3 a.m., she was found unconscious in a drain near the girls’ dormitory of her school. Zara was taken to Queen Elizabeth Hospital but passed away on 17 July 2025.

There have been public concerns about the cause of her mysterious death. Some reports say she fell from the third floor of the dormitory; others describe her body showing injuries. Her family and many in the public believe bullying, abuse, or negligence may be the reasons.

Digital Solidarity Across Borders

While both movements started in different circumstances and in different nations, the shared emotion behind both of them is unmistakable, human empathy.

From Guwahati to Kuala Lumpur, these hashtags remind us how powerful digital communities can be when they unite around truth, justice, love and other social good. In both Assam and Malaysia, the digital world  has become a space where grief transforms into purpose and where millions of people speak for those who cannot.

Whether it’s the fans standing by Zubeen Garg, or the people mourning Zara, these movements reflect humanity’s growing consciousness. They show that borders cannot divide compassion, and that a hashtag can sometimes do more than just trend; it can heal, unite, and inspire change.

Disclaimer: 

This article is based on publicly available social media trends and statements. It is intended for awareness and information purposes only. The publication does not make any legal or factual claims regarding ongoing investigations. Readers are encouraged to follow official updates from verified authorities.