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Cousin Karthik Sabesh, 37, Dies Three Days After Uncle Deva, Marking Third Family Loss in a Year
✍️ The Economic Times
🗓 21 Oct 2026, 04:01 AM
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Karthik Sabesh, 37, and cousin of Jai, died three days after his uncle Deva, bringing the family’s total deaths to three within the past year.
Karthik Sabesh, a 37‑year‑old resident and cousin of Jai, passed away shortly after his uncle Deva’s death, with the two deaths occurring within a three‑day span. The back‑to‑back losses have left the family mourning three members in the last twelve months, a sequence described by relatives as an unprecedented period of grief.
According to reports, Deva’s death preceded Karthik’s by only three days, intensifying the emotional strain on the surviving family members. While specific details about the cause of death have not been disclosed, the rapid succession of events has prompted the family to seek support from close friends and community networks.
The Economic Times noted that the family is coping with the compounded loss, emphasizing the need for privacy and respect during this difficult time. No official statements from the family or authorities have been released beyond the basic acknowledgment of the deaths.
The incident underscores the personal toll of multiple bereavements within a short period, highlighting the importance of mental‑health resources for families facing such tragedies.
According to reports, Deva’s death preceded Karthik’s by only three days, intensifying the emotional strain on the surviving family members. While specific details about the cause of death have not been disclosed, the rapid succession of events has prompted the family to seek support from close friends and community networks.
The Economic Times noted that the family is coping with the compounded loss, emphasizing the need for privacy and respect during this difficult time. No official statements from the family or authorities have been released beyond the basic acknowledgment of the deaths.
The incident underscores the personal toll of multiple bereavements within a short period, highlighting the importance of mental‑health resources for families facing such tragedies.