India, Oct. 19 -- The BJP-led Assam government has announced several steps to ensure a thorough inquiry into Garg's demise in Singapore. Measures include the formation of a Special Investigation Team (SIT), the constitution of a fast-track court, and the appointment of a Special Public Prosecutor. Additionally, the government has invoked the Mutual Legal Assistance Treaty (MLAT) through the Ministry of Home Affairs to seek Singaporean cooperation.

Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma defended the ongoing investigation, asserting that the SIT is working diligently to file a chargesheet ahead of schedule. He accused the Congress of politicising the tragedy and specifically criticised Assam Pradesh Congress President Gaurav Gogoi and senior l...