Kamal Kaur (File)
Bhatindha, Punjab: Kamal Kaur Bhabhi, a popular Instagram influencer from Punjab with nearly 4 lakh followers, was found dead in a parked car near Bathinda’s Adesh Medical University on June 9, 2025. The 30-year-old, known for her vibrant reels and bold persona, was strangled by two Nihang Sikhs, Jaspreet Singh and Nimratjit Singh, who confessed to the crime. Their chilling motive—Kaur’s refusal to stop posting what they deemed “vulgar” content—has sparked a heated debate about moral policing and online freedom.'
According to police reports, the accused lured Kaur to Bathinda under the guise of collaborating on a promotional video. During interrogation, Jaspreet Singh admitted, “I tried to explain, but she didn’t listen,” claiming they had warned Kaur to tone down her “provocative” posts, which they believed violated cultural norms. When she dismissed their demands, the duo, along with an absconding accomplice, Amritpal Singh Mehro, decided to take her life. This act of vigilante justice has raised alarms about the dangers of imposing personal beliefs on others.
Kaur’s murder highlights a growing trend of moral policing in India, where individuals face harassment or violence for their online content. As a woman who openly expressed herself through dance and fashion, Kaur became a target for those who viewed her posts as “inappropriate.” Her case underscores the risks influencers, particularly women, face in navigating societal expectations in the digital age. The incident has reignited calls for stronger laws against such vigilantism.
The news of Kaur’s death sent shockwaves through her fanbase, with tributes pouring in on social media. Fans mourned the loss of a vibrant creator, while activists condemned the mindset that justified her killing. As the investigation continues, with police hunting for the third suspect, Kaur’s murder serves as a grim reminder of the need for tolerance and respect for individual expression in an increasingly polarized world.
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