Elderly Gujarat Couple Seeks Euthanasia Over Civic Hurdles

An elderly couple from Gujarat, identified as the Gehlots, have filed a petition for euthanasia citing severe financial distress. They allege that repeated demands for documentation and regulatory obstacles imposed by civic officials have crippled their livelihood. The case highlights growing concerns over bureaucratic pressure on vulnerable citizens and may set a precedent for end‑of‑life decisions in India.