Patti (Gurpreet Singh): A family in Patti, Tarn Taran district, was struck by tragedy after two brothers were found dead in their room early Sunday morning. Their deaths have brought renewed attention to the toll of drug addiction on households in Punjab.
The deceased were identified as Gurdeep Singh, 36, and Sona Singh, 28. They were the sons of Jagjeer Singh and lived in Patti.
Their mother, Surinder Kaur, and sister, Satwinder Kaur, said both men had been dependent on drugs. According to the family, the brothers returned to their room on Saturday night and went to sleep while under the influence of intoxicating substances. They were found dead the following morning.
The family said Gurdeep consumed heroin, locally known as ‘chitta’, while Sona used intoxicating tablets. The precise cause of their deaths has not been confirmed in the available account.
Brothers Worked As Daily-Wage Labourers
The family had reportedly been living in a room on the premises of Tarawalan School, near the block office in Patti, for around four years. Both brothers earned their livelihood through daily-wage work.
Gurdeep was married and had three children. His younger brother, Sona, was unmarried.
The deaths have left their mother and sister grieving the loss of two family members at once. Gurdeep’s three children are also left without their father.
Deaths Put Focus Back On Punjab’s Drug Problem
The incident has caused grief in Patti and brought the issue of substance addiction back into focus. The family’s account highlights the impact addiction can have on individuals and those around them.
While relatives have linked the deaths to the brothers’ substance use, an official medical finding would be needed to establish the exact cause.
