S'pore man with cerebral palsy, 42, carried up Batu Caves annually by brother passes away
His brother described the passing as a "sudden loss".
A 42-year-old Singaporean man with cerebral palsy, Suresh, passed away after annually carrying his brother, Gunaseelan, up Malaysia's Batu Caves during the Thaipusam festival. His brother Gunaseelan shared the news of Suresh's demise on Facebook on August 30. Suresh and Gunaseelan's relationship became the subject of a 2025 New Straits Times feature, highlighting Suresh's devotion to the yearly pilgrimage.
Due to logistical challenges, the couple missed their Batu Caves trip in 2025. Gunaseelan aspired to travel the world, but Suresh, his sole caregiver, continues to strive for this goal, hoping for God's blessings. The pair also addressed the social stigma they faced growing up due to Gunaseelan's disability, emphasizing their desire for Suresh to experience life as others do.
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