States » NorthPosted at: Jun 21 2025 7:24PM


Punjab: 23-year-old inmate dies under mysterious circumstances in Kapurthala Central Jail

Phagwara, June 21 (UNI) A 23-year-old inmate lodged in Kapurthala Central Jail died under mysterious circumstances late last night, raising serious questions about conditions inside the prison. The deceased has been identified as Gurvinder Singh.
According to sources, Gurvinder’s health deteriorated suddenly during the night. Jail staff immediately rushed him to the Civil Hospital in Kapurthala, where doctors began treatment. However, despite medical efforts, he was declared dead.
Dr Ashish Pal Singh, who was on emergency duty at the hospital, confirmed to the media that Gurvinder Singh succumbed during treatment. “The exact cause of death will only be known after the post-mortem report is released,” he said.
Kapurthala police were informed promptly. They arrived at the hospital, took custody of the body, and sent it for post-mortem examination.
Meanwhile, the family of the deceased has been notified about the incident.
The incident has sparked concern over the safety and healthcare facilities available to inmates in Punjab’s prisons. Authorities have not yet issued an official statement regarding the cause or circumstances of Gurvinder Singh’s death.
An investigation is underway. Further details are awaited pending the results of the post-mortem report.
UNI GS XC RN
Tags: #Punjab: 23-year-old inmate dies under mysterious circumstances in Kapurthala Central Jail
More News
Four children drown in canal in Punjab

Four children drown in canal in Punjab

21 Jun 2025 | 10:17 PM

Ludhiana, June 21 (UNI) Four children drowned in a Ludhiana canal, police said on Saturday.

see more..
Amid heatwave, J&K announces 15 days summer vacation in Kashmir schools

Amid heatwave, J&K announces 15 days summer vacation in Kashmir schools

21 Jun 2025 | 9:44 PM

Srinagar, June 21 (UNI) With Kashmir experiencing an unprecedented heatwave, the J&K government on Saturday announced 15 days summer vacation for government schools across Kashmir that would begin from July 23, officials said today.

see more..

Man arrested for impersonating Police Officer in Sopore

21 Jun 2025 | 9:26 PM

Srinagar, June 21( UNI) Police on Saturday arrested a man for impersonating a police officer in Jammu and Kashmir's Sopore sub district.

see more..
Punjab: CM completes process to give govt jobs to 54,422 youth

Punjab: CM completes process to give govt jobs to 54,422 youth

21 Jun 2025 | 8:11 PM

Chandigarh, June 21 (UNI) Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann continued his initiative to provide government jobs to the youth by completing the process of handing over appointment letters to 54,422 individuals on Saturday.

see more..
HP High Court Raps HPU for withholding Associate Professor’s Salary

HP High Court Raps HPU for withholding Associate Professor’s Salary

21 Jun 2025 | 8:05 PM

Shimla, Jun 21 (UNI) The Himachal Pradesh High Court has pulled up Himachal Pradesh University (HPU) for withholding the salary of an Associate Professor for over two years, despite his promotion under the University Grants Commission (UGC) Career Advancement Scheme (CAS).

see more..