Young Boy Alone in Uttar Pradesh Handles Mother's Postmortem Amid HIV Stigma

In Etah district, Uttar Pradesh, a young boy aged 8 to 10 was left alone to handle his mother's postmortem and last rites after she died from HIV-related complications. The family faced social stigma and isolation following the father's death from HIV, leaving the child without adult support. Police intervened to assist with legal formalities and ensure the mother's last rites were conducted. Authorities are reassessing the family's situation amid ongoing community stigma.