A man residing in an old-age home has passed away, resulting in a funeral service conducted with his family attending remotely. Due to geographical or personal circumstances, the man's daughters were unable to be physically present for the final rites. Instead, they observed the funeral proceedings through a video call.

According to reports, the family paid a service fee of Rs 5,100 to the facility or the funeral organizers to manage the arrangements and provide the digital access for the remote attendance. While the report confirms the occurrence of the event and the associated cost, it provides limited context regarding the specific location of the facility, the identity of the deceased, or the underlying reasons for the family's inability to attend in person. The incident highlights a growing trend of utilizing digital technology to bridge distances during end-of-life ceremonies, a practice that became more common during the pandemic but continues to be utilized for various logistical reasons.