Family of Murdered Law Student Refuses Cremation, Vows to Fight for Justice in Tarn Taran
The grieving family of Sandeep Kaur, a young law student who was tragically shot dead inside her classroom on Monday, has taken a firm stand by refusing to cremate her body on Tuesday. In a powerful act of protest, they declared they will not perform the last rites until justice is fully ensured for Sandeep, whose promising life was cut short in a shocking incident at Mai Bhago Law College in Usma village.
Dreams Shattered by a Brutal Attack
Advocate Rakesh Raman Kumar, under whom Sandeep was training as a law student, expressed the family's profound devastation. He quoted her mother, Harjinder Kaur, revealing that the family comes from an economically weak background and had pinned their hopes on Sandeep's education and future career as a lawyer to lift them out of hardship. "Those dreams collapsed when she was killed in cold blood," Raman stated, highlighting the emotional and financial blow the family has endured.
Police Investigation and Suspicious Surrounding the Accused
Senior Superintendent of Police Surendra Lamba reported that the condition of the accused, Prince Raj, who allegedly shot Sandeep before attempting suicide, remains critical. However, Advocate Raman raised serious concerns about the lack of transparency in the case. He questioned why police have not disclosed whether Prince Raj is being treated at a government or private hospital, stating, "This ambiguity raises suspicion. The family is being kept in the dark," which adds to their distress and mistrust.
Grim Details of the Incident and Ongoing Probe
The horrific incident unfolded inside a classroom at Mai Bhago Law College, where Prince Raj allegedly fired a .32 bore bullet at Sandeep's forehead before turning the gun on himself. Medical reports from the post-mortem conducted at Civil Hospital revealed the bullet penetrated nearly eight inches into her skull, underscoring the brutality of the attack. As investigations continue, police have learned that the accused's father, Jagjit Singh, is a soldier posted in Jammu & Kashmir, with his mobile phone remaining switched off. Authorities are also verifying whether the weapon used was licensed, adding complexity to the case.
Family's Demands for Accountability and Justice
Following the post-mortem, the family—who accuse the police of failing to protect Sandeep—has escalated their demands. They insist that if the pistol used in the murder belongs to the accused's father, he too must be booked and held accountable. This call for broader justice reflects their determination to pursue the case to its logical conclusion, ensuring no stone is left unturned in their quest for closure and legal redress.
The standoff over Sandeep's cremation symbolizes a larger struggle for justice in Tarn Taran, as her family and supporters rally behind a cause that has captured public attention and highlighted issues of safety, transparency, and accountability in educational institutions and law enforcement.
