•   Friday, 23 Jan, 2026
Assam government Zubeen Garg special public prosecutor Ziaul Kamar Pallab Kataki

Special Prosecutor for Zubeen Garg Case: Assam Govt Eyes Ziaul Kamar, Pallab Kataki

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  Poonam Nath

Special Prosecutor for Zubeen Garg Case: Assam Govt Eyes Ziaul Kamar, Pallab Kataki

 

Digital Desk: The Assam government is expected to announce the names of lawyers, including the special public prosecutor, who will represent the state in the high-profile death case of cultural icon Zubeen Garg on January 9, with senior legal figures emerging as front-runners.

Senior legal professional Ziaul Kamar of the Gauhati High Court, who has already handled several delicate and high-profile cases, is one of the candidates vying for the critical position of special public prosecutor.

According to government sources familiar with the current scenario, Pallab Kataki, a well-known criminal lawyer, is also being considered for inclusion on the prosecution team. The court department is expected to issue the formal order at least one week prior to the next hearing in the case.