Tarn Taran, Punjab – Kashmir Singh Sohal, Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) from Tarn Taran, passed away in the early hours of Friday at Escorts Hospital in Amritsar, following a prolonged battle with cancer. He was 66 years old.
Sohal, a respected figure both in politics and the medical fraternity, is survived by his wife Navjot Kaur Hundal, and two children — a son and a daughter — both of whom have pursued careers in medicine.
A dedicated public servant, Sohal transitioned into active politics after retiring from over three decades of service as a medical officer in Punjab’s Health Department. Known for his commitment to healthcare, he was the founder state president of the PCMS Specialists Doctors Association, a position he held for more than a decade. He also remained deeply involved in organisational work with the PCMS Association during his medical career.
Though he initially sought a ticket from the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) in the 2017 elections, it was in the subsequent electoral contest that he emerged victorious from Tarn Taran, defeating Harmit Singh Sandhu of the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) and Dr Dharamveer Agnihotri of the Congress.
On Thursday night, his health deteriorated, and he was admitted to Escorts Hospital in Amritsar. Despite medical efforts, he succumbed to cancer-related complications around 12:30 am on Friday.
Condolences Pour In
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann expressed deep sorrow over the demise of the AAP leader, describing him as a “hardworking and struggling” member of the party.
“Very sad to hear. Dr Saheb was a hardworking and struggling leader of the party. Heartfelt sympathies to his family in this sad time. May God grant peace to the departed soul and give patience and courage to the family and loved ones in this difficult time,” Mann posted on X (formerly Twitter).
Sohal’s passing marks a significant loss for both the political and medical communities in Punjab. His contributions to public health, coupled with his commitment to grassroots politics, have left an enduring legacy in the Tarn Taran region and beyond.
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