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Crime
Family Accuses Authorities of Forced Cremation in Gulzar Singh Death Case
✍️ Amar Ujala · Punjab
🗓 10 Sep 2026, 11:02 AM
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The death of Gulzar Singh, who had spoken about his struggle with addiction, has sparked public outrage as his family alleges that officials forced a cremation against their wishes.
Gulzar Singh, a resident whose public statements highlighted the agony of drug addiction, was found dead under circumstances that his relatives claim involved a forced cremation. The family has lodged a formal complaint, asserting that local police and administrative officials compelled the cremation without their consent, violating customary rites.
The allegation has ignited a wave of public dissent across the region, with citizens demanding a transparent investigation into possible misconduct by law‑enforcement agencies. Protesters have gathered outside the police station, urging authorities to reopen the case and treat it as more than a simple suicide.
Human rights groups have also taken note, warning that the incident reflects broader concerns about the treatment of vulnerable individuals by state machinery. They have called for an independent inquiry to ascertain whether procedural violations occurred during the handling of Singh’s body.
The police have yet to release an official statement, and the investigation remains pending. Meanwhile, the family continues to appeal to the public for support, emphasizing the need for justice and respect for the deceased's family wishes.
The allegation has ignited a wave of public dissent across the region, with citizens demanding a transparent investigation into possible misconduct by law‑enforcement agencies. Protesters have gathered outside the police station, urging authorities to reopen the case and treat it as more than a simple suicide.
Human rights groups have also taken note, warning that the incident reflects broader concerns about the treatment of vulnerable individuals by state machinery. They have called for an independent inquiry to ascertain whether procedural violations occurred during the handling of Singh’s body.
The police have yet to release an official statement, and the investigation remains pending. Meanwhile, the family continues to appeal to the public for support, emphasizing the need for justice and respect for the deceased's family wishes.