Sharonjit Kaur Walia died in her sleep on May 13, 2026, at her home in D’Palma @ Taman Pinang Gading, Sikamat, Seremban, Negeri Sembilan, at the age of 44 [1, 2]. She had no prior health problems before her death, according to her husband, Kashminder Singh Sandhu, who said, "My wife passed away in her sleep. Prior to this, she did not suffer from any health problems." [1]
Sharonjit was the eldest daughter of the late broadcaster Karam Singh Walia, who died 38 days earlier on April 6, 2026 [1, 2]. She is survived by her husband and two children, aged 10 and 6 [1, 2].
A senior English lecturer in the Department of General Studies at Politeknik Port Dickson, Sharonjit was respected for her dedication to educating and inspiring students. Her husband noted, "She not only educated minds but also inspired her students, leaving behind a legacy that will continue to live on in everyone she guided." [1]
Politeknik Port Dickson expressed condolences through Facebook posts, stating, "The entire institution extends its condolences to the family of the deceased over this painful loss. Her contributions, dedication and memories shared with her will always remain in our hearts." [1, 2]
Final respects were paid at the family residence on May 14, 2026 [1, 2]. Prayer ceremonies are scheduled for May 24, 2026, at the Gurdwara Sahib Seremban [1, 2].
