Jasmine Murder Case: 7 demands raised at condolence meeting in Khanna, family seeks justice
Babushahi Bureau
Khanna (Punjab), November 9, 2026: A public condolence meeting held at Village Jalajan in memory of Jasmine Gill, a young Punjabi woman who allegedly lost her life to domestic violence in the United States, called for justice in the Jasmine murder case and collective action against violence against women.
Attended by hundreds of people, including Jasmine’s family members, relatives, women, social activists and concerned citizens, the gathering was organised at the sports ground in her maternal village. Speakers expressed grief over her death and stressed that violence against women must be addressed as a wider social concern rather than treated as a private family matter.
The meeting began with Dr. Harchand Singh, Convenor of the Jasmine Condolence Committee, paying floral tributes to Jasmine’s photograph. Those present subsequently observed a two-minute silence amid mournful musical compositions and songs written by Jasmine’s brother Pash Azad and her other brothers.
Messages from Swarajbir, former editor of Punjabi Tribune, and Navsharan Kaur, theatre personality and social activist, were also received and read out at the gathering.
The meeting was addressed by Dr. Harchand Singh, teachers’ union leader Joginder Azad, former PCS officer Daljit Singh, Sudagar Singh of Gurdani Kalan, Advocate Sudeep Singh of Bathinda, Harjinder Singh of Ludhiana, Jaspal Jassi and Disha, Jasmine’s sister.
Speakers recalled Jasmine’s life and expressed concern over the circumstances surrounding her death. They emphasised the need to educate girls about their rights and equip them with the knowledge and support required to recognise and challenge abuse.
Describing Jasmine’s murder as more than an isolated incident, speakers called for strict legal action against those found responsible and urged society to collectively oppose domestic violence and atrocities against women.
They also raised concerns about the alleged role of wealth and property-related arrogance, caste superiority, religious patronage and associations with gangster groups in the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Seven demands raised by Jasmine Condolence Committee
The committee placed seven demands before the governments of India and Punjab:
- Justice for Jasmine: The governments of India and Punjab should extend all necessary assistance to ensure justice for Jasmine.
- Investigation and legal action: The Indian Consulate in San Francisco should intervene and facilitate necessary follow-up in the case. The investigation should be expedited, the status of legal proceedings reviewed and strict punishment ensured for Jasmine’s husband, Gurinder Singh of Dala village in Moga district, who is accused of her murder, as well as any other persons found responsible following a proper investigation.
- Bringing mortal remains to India: Arrangements should be made to bring Jasmine’s mortal remains to India so that her last rites can be performed with dignity.
- Custody and welfare of her son: The committee demanded that custody of Jasmine’s eight-month-old son be granted to his maternal grandmother, with necessary assistance for the child’s upbringing and welfare, keeping his best interests in view.
- Meeting with US child protection authorities: The governments should assist Jasmine’s family in travelling to the United States and meeting the concerned Child Protective Services (CPS) authorities to discuss the custody, care and future of her infant son, who is currently under the care of child protection authorities.
- Emergency visa for her mother: An emergency visa should be facilitated for Jasmine’s mother.
- Government support: The governments of India and Punjab should provide all necessary assistance to the family in pursuing these demands and securing justice.
A photo gallery showcasing Jasmine’s life, personal photographs and condolence messages was also displayed at the venue. Visitors viewed the photographs and messages with emotion.
Dr. Harchand Singh thanked all those who attended the meeting and particularly acknowledged the cooperation extended by the youth of Village Jalajan in organising the gathering.
Among those present were Punjabi short-story writer Atarjit; Ravinder, representative of Lalkar; teachers’ union leader Yashpal; Bhajan Gill of Calgary (Sarokaran Di Awaaz); Jaswant Zirakh; Kulwant Tark; translator Harcharan Chahal; Jagmail Singh of Bathinda; Harbhagwan Barnala; Manjit Kaur and Dr. Surjit of Ludhiana; representatives of Awami Rangmanch, Sahora, and the Workers’ Union, Khanna.
Doctors and staff from the Department of Dermatology at DMC Ludhiana, along with residents of Haibowal Kalan, Ludhiana, also attended the gathering.
The meeting concluded with a tribute to Jasmine and a renewed appeal for collective efforts to prevent domestic violence and protect women’s rights and safety.
Issued by: Dr. Harchand Singh, Convenor, Jasmine Condolence Committee, Village Jalajan.