Authorities in Brampton, Canada, are investigating the sudden death of Bhupinderjit Singh Sidhu, 24, an Indian international student from Lehra Mohabbat village in Bathinda, Punjab, who was found in his room on September 14.
It is reported that friends discovered him in the morning when they went to wake him; the cause of death is suspected to be a heart attack.
Sidhu had moved to Canada three years ago on a study visa and had recently completed his studies. He had applied for a work permit and was reportedly in good health, leaving family and friends in shock over his unexpected passing.
Relatives in Punjab have appealed for his remains to be repatriated so that last rites can be performed.
In a fundraising petition, a cousin, Lovepreet Singh, wrote, “Bhupinderjit tragically left us in his sleep… his sudden passing has cut short his dreams, leaving our family and friends devastated.”
Sidhu, who lived alone in Canada while his immediate family remains in India, has left behind both an emotional and financial burden for his loved ones.
Friends and relatives are coordinating with Brampton Crematorium to arrange for his funeral and the transport of his remains back to Punjab.
The family has called on friends, extended family, and the community for support, stating that any contribution will help cover funeral expenses and repatriation costs.
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