- Gunaseelan, a 42-year-old Singaporean man with cerebral palsy, who was carried up Malaysia's Batu Caves by his brother during Thaipusam, has died.
- Suresh Vanaz, Gunaseelan's brother, shared the news of his brother's death in an Instagram post on Sunday (August 30).
- In his post, Suresh described Gunaseelan's death as a sudden loss and expressed that words cannot express the pain of losing him.
- Gunaseelan's wake is currently being held at Block 236 Serangoon Avenue 3, and he will be cremated at Mandai on Tuesday (September 1).
- Suresh had been Gunaseelan's primary caregiver for over 20 years after their mother passed away.
- Since 2022, Suresh carried Gunaseelan up the 272 steps of Batu Caves as part of their Thaipusam tradition.
- In 2025, Suresh carried Gunaseelan, who weighed almost 70kg, during a four-kilometre Thaipusam procession to Sri Thendayuthapani Temple.
- Gunaseelan died from pneumonia, as confirmed by Suresh's family.
- Gunaseelan was immobile from the neck down and required a wheelchair due to his condition.
- Despite his challenges, Gunaseelan led a full life, enjoying outings to places like the beach and shopping malls.
- Gunaseelan attended a school for individuals with cerebral palsy and had a fondness for food, especially chicken chop and sausages.
- Suresh has called for more empathy towards vulnerable groups, highlighting the need for small acts of kindness.
Gunaseelan, a 42-year-old Singaporean man with cerebral palsy, passed away from pneumonia, as announced by his brother Suresh Vanaz on Instagram. Suresh described the loss as 'sudden' and expressed his deep sorrow, stating, 'Words cannot express the pain of losing my brother.'12811
Suresh had been Gunaseelan's primary caregiver for over 20 years, taking on the role after their mother passed away. He carried Gunaseelan, who weighed almost 70kg, during the Thaipusam procession to Sri Thendayuthapani Temple and up the 272 steps of Batu Caves, a tradition they cherished together since 2022.567
Despite his condition, Gunaseelan led a fulfilling life, enjoying outings to the beach and shopping malls. He attended a school for individuals with cerebral palsy and had a fondness for food, particularly chicken chop and sausages. Although he faced speech limitations, he communicated effectively with Suresh's assistance.10
Suresh's family revealed that he is 'very devastated and broken' by Gunaseelan's death, emphasizing the deep bond they shared. Gunaseelan leaves behind his brother, sister, their spouses, and three nieces. His wake is being held at Block 236 Serangoon Avenue 3, with cremation scheduled for Tuesday (1 Sept).4
“Gunaseelan died from pneumonia, according to his family, who said Suresh is 'very devastated and broken' and misses him greatly. Suresh had been his primary caregiver for over 20 years, carrying him up 272 steps since 2022.”
AsiaOne
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