The mysterious death of Kamal Kaur, a well-known social media influencer from Punjab, has sent shockwaves throughout the state. This digital star, with millions of Instagram followers, was found dead inside a car in the parking lot of Adesh Medical University in Bathinda on Wednesday night.
Punjab: Panic ensued in the parking lot of Adesh Hospital in Ludhiana when a b stench emanating from a parked car caught the attention of passersby. They immediately alerted the police. Upon arrival, the police team searched the suspicious vehicle and discovered the body of a woman, estimated to be between 30 and 35 years old.
Police identified the woman as Kamal Kaur, a resident of Lakshman Nagar, Ludhiana. Kamal Kaur was quite active and popular on social media, boasting thousands of followers. She frequently shared lifestyle and fashion-related content through videos and posts.
Stench Reveals the Secret; Car Becomes Witness to Death
Locals noticed a foul odor coming from a car parked on the medical university campus. Upon closer inspection, they found a young woman's body inside. The police were immediately informed. Upon arrival, the police retrieved the body and identified it as Kanchan, also known as Kamal Kaur (27), a resident of Lakshman Nagar, Ludhiana.
The car was registered in the deceased's name. Preliminary investigations suggest that Kamal Kaur was murdered elsewhere and her body was subsequently left in the parking lot.
The Horrific Death of a Famous Influencer
Kamal Kaur was popular among young people on social media, particularly through Instagram Reels. She had over 380,000 followers. She was known for her outspoken and frank nature. However, some of her videos had previously sparked controversy, with accusations of obscenity and anti-social language leveled against certain content.
Kaur's tragic end raises questions that the social media world often overlooks—is a digital identity an escape from the realities of life? Can popularity in this world be deadly?
Forensic Team Collects Evidence; Signs of Murder Apparent
Bathinda SSP Amneet Kondal confirmed that the case initially appears suspicious and the investigation has begun, treating the possibility of murder as primary. The police cordoned off the scene and called in a forensic team to collect evidence. The body has been sent for post-mortem. The exact cause of death will be clear only after the report. However, based on the circumstances and the situation at the scene, the possibility of murder cannot be ruled out.
Kamal Kaur's life has become a symbol of the glamour and dangers of social media. Her young age and popularity brought her many opportunities, but also envy and enemies. Some sources believe she was experiencing stress in her personal life and had been troubled for some time.
Police have begun examining her mobile phone and social media accounts to trace her recent activities and contacts. They are investigating whether she faced any threats or blackmail from any individual or group.
Kamal Kaur's family is in shock. Her mother, speaking to the media, said, "Our daughter had no enemies. She was either deliberately framed or lured and killed. We want the police to conduct a fair and speedy investigation. The culprit should receive a strict punishment."
