Manjeet Kaur, a 28-year-old Punjabi social media influencer, died at PGIMER, Chandigarh, on August 26 — nearly two months after she was allegedly abducted, assaulted, and set on fire in Morinda. Her death has now led police to register a case of kidnapping and murder against two persons named by her family.
Who was Manjeet Kaur, the Punjabi influencer?
Kaur hailed from Kharar and built a notable presence online. She had around 1.46 lakh followers on Instagram and nearly 4,000 subscribers on YouTube. Her content included reels promoting cosmetic products and videos featuring popular Punjabi and Haryanvi songs. She is survived by her seven-year-old son.
Her social media profile made her a recognizable figure in the region, but the circumstances of her death have now shifted attention from her online life to the violence she allegedly endured.
What happened to Manjeet Kaur in Morinda?
According to a complaint filed by her mother, Kanta Devi, the incident took place on July 3. Devi told police that two acquaintances were involved in the alleged attack. The complaint describes how Kaur was abducted, assaulted, and set on fire in Morinda — an incident that left her hospitalized for weeks before she succumbed to her injuries.
Police have since launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding her death. The case has been registered as kidnapping and murder, reflecting the severity of the allegations made by the family.
"Devi told police that two acquaintances..." — Complaint filed by Kanta Devi, as reported in the original story
Investigation and legal action in the Manjeet Kaur case
The registration of a murder case marks a significant step in the legal process. Authorities are now tasked with establishing the full sequence of events — from the alleged July 3 attack to her death on August 26. The two persons named by the family will be the focus of the investigation.
- The case was registered after Kaur's death, upgrading the nature of the charges.
- The investigation aims to determine how the attack occurred and who was responsible.
- Kaur's family has been central to pushing the complaint forward.
Our Take: A death that demands answers
This is a tragic case that raises serious questions about safety and accountability. Manjeet Kaur was a young mother and a public figure — someone with a following who was known for promoting products and sharing music. That her life ended this way, after weeks of suffering in a hospital, is deeply disturbing.
To put it plainly, the police now have a clear duty to ensure the investigation is thorough and transparent. The family has named two individuals, and the legal system must follow the evidence wherever it leads. For her seven-year-old son, this is a loss that no amount of justice can fully repair — but accountability is still essential.
This case also serves as a reminder that violence can touch anyone, regardless of their public profile. The focus now must be on delivering justice for Manjeet Kaur and ensuring that the circumstances of her death are fully examined.
