Mad Sandhu killing: Social media posts vanish as Punjab's queer history comes into focus

The killing of Mad Sandhu has prompted police to investigate unverified claims circulating on social media, with posts appearing and disappearing from various platforms. The incident has drawn attention to Punjab's broader queer history and experiences of gender and sexual expression that extend well beyond current debates around visibility.

Queer voices in Punjab are using the case to highlight a longstanding cultural and social history that predates contemporary anxieties. The investigation remains ongoing as authorities work to separate fact from online speculation surrounding the case.