Indian family seeks govt aid for slain youth's body from Canada
PTC News Desk: The heart-wrenching tragedy of a 24-year-old from Sonipat, Haryana, has rocked his family, as they grapple with the sudden loss of their beloved Chirag Antil, who was fatally shot in his car in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.
Chirag, a recent MBA graduate living and working in Vancouver, met a tragic end late on Friday night. His family, back in Sonipat, expressed profound shock and anguish over the senseless violence that claimed his life. His father, a retired Haryana government employee, and his brother, Romit Antil, recounted the moments leading up to the tragedy, highlighting Chirag's happiness and absence of any known conflicts.
Romit, still reeling from the shock, revealed that he had spoken to Chirag just hours before the fatal incident, painting a picture of normalcy shattered by unimaginable grief. The family received the devastating news from Canadian authorities, who are still investigating the circumstances surrounding Chirag's murder.
Desperate for answers and closure, the family has reached out to Chirag's friends in Canada, only to find frustration in the lack of information provided by the authorities. Chirag, who was employed in a manpower security agency, had moved to Canada in 2022, seeking opportunities and a brighter future.
Amidst their grief, the family's plea is simple yet urgent: they implore the Indian government and the embassy in Canada to facilitate the repatriation of Chirag's body, allowing them to bid farewell to their loved one and find solace in performing his last rites.
The Vancouver Police Department's statement on the incident confirmed the grim reality of Chirag's demise but offered little comfort, stating that no arrests have been made and the investigation is ongoing. The proximity of the incident to the Vaisakhi parade and festival adds another layer of tragedy to the already devastating loss.
As the Antil family navigates the complex aftermath of Chirag's death, their call for assistance echoes not just in Sonipat but reverberates across borders, pleading for justice and closure in the face of inexplicable tragedy.
- With inputs from agencies
