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Khaleej Times
11-07-2025
- Khaleej Times
Sharjah: Social worker urges caution as handwritten note on mother, baby deaths goes viral
Authorities in Sharjah are investigating the deaths of a 21-year-old Indian woman from Kollam, Kerala, and her one-and-a-half-year-old baby, who were recently found dead in their apartment. The tragic incident has sent shockwaves through the local Indian community. Social worker Abdullah Kamampalam shared with Khaleej Times on Friday (July 11) that a handwritten note in Malayalam — believed to have been written by the deceased — contains details suggesting emotional distress and allegations of abuse. 'This incident has left the entire community in shock,' said Kamampalam, who said that the note is also being circulated on social media. 'People are heartbroken and are working with the authorities to support the investigation and ensure that the truth comes out in a respectful and lawful manner,' added Kamampalam. He urged residents not to spread rumours or unverified information online or within the community. 'It's important that people rely on authentic sources and avoid sharing misleading posts. Let's create awareness around domestic abuse and mental health, and support those who may be silently suffering,' he said. Investigations underway The bodies of the mother and child remain with the authorities as the investigation continues. Kamampalam confirmed that officials are actively working to determine the circumstances surrounding the deaths. Only a portion of the note is currently available. Officials are examining to verify its authenticity and determine whether it was indeed written by the deceased woman. The remaining part of the note is not yet public and is being reviewed as part of the ongoing investigation. 'The authorities are going through all available evidence to uncover the truth and ensure justice is served,' said Kamampalam. Kamampalam said additional pages may provide more insight into the woman's situation. Khaleej Times is working with relevant authorities to verify the full contents of the note.
Free Malaysia Today
03-07-2025
- Politics
- Free Malaysia Today
Misplaced loyalties and the power vacuum in the Indian community
From P Ramasamy My long-time friend Charles Santiago has rightly highlighted the phenomenon of misplaced loyalties among Indians in Malaysia. Instead of rallying behind educators, social reformers, or politicians, many in the Indian working class have begun to idolise gang leaders, underworld figures, and other unsavoury characters. This disturbing trend stems from a deeper crisis – a glaring absence of strong and credible leadership within the Indian community. The legacy of leaders who once fought for Indian rights and dignity has largely faded. The late S Samy Vellu, despite his controversies, was the last figure to command widespread loyalty among grassroots Indians. Today, MIC is a shadow of its former self, more focused on managing party assets than advancing community interests. Meanwhile, Indian leaders in DAP and PKR appear to have surrendered Indian-specific concerns in the name of superficial multiracialism. Santiago identified the problem, but fell short of addressing its root cause. The reverence for slain gangsters – often evident in massive funeral processions – is not merely about criminal notoriety. It reflects a yearning for powerful, defiant figures in a community long subjected to marginalisation and discrimination. In the absence of legitimate leaders who challenge the system, gang leaders have come to embody rebellion and resistance. While their actions are often criminal and harmful, they represent, to some, a form of empowerment that mainstream leaders fail to offer. The power vacuum makes it almost inevitable that the rank and file gravitate towards figures who, rightly or wrongly, appear to resist authority. To reverse this trend, the Indian community needs leaders who are brave, uncompromising, and committed to fighting for its dignity and rights within a deeply racist political system. Only by addressing this vacuum can we begin to shift loyalties away from underworld figures and towards genuine community champions. Ultimately, the blame lies not with the community, but with a political system that has persistently denied Indians equal recognition, opportunity, and justice. P Ramasamy is the Urimai chairman. The views expressed are those of the writer and do not necessarily reflect those of FMT.
