'Forcibly Cremated': Family Of Man Who Named AAP Minister In 'Suicide' Video
The family of a Dalit labourer who died by suicide after questioning a Punjab minister has alleged that his cremation was performed forcibly by state authorities. The incident has sparked political outrage, with opposition parties demanding accountability and the resignation of the Finance Minister.
Why it matters
The case highlights serious allegations of state power abuse and political interference in local justice, fueling ongoing political tensions in Punjab.
The controversy surrounding the death of Gulzar Singh, a Dalit labourer from Sangrur district, has taken a fresh political turn after a new video emerged in which his family members alleged that his cremation was carried out forcibly and without their consent.Gulzar Singh, a member of the Valmiki community, died by allegedly consuming poison shortly after publicly questioning Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema regarding the unchecked drug menace that had affected his own son.Following the interaction, Gulzar Singh allegedly faced harassment and pressure from local leaders and panchayat members to publicly apologise for questioning the minister.Shortly before his death, he recorded a video naming some individuals.In the video, the family members demand action against all those whose names were allegedly mentioned by Gulzar Singh in the video.
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