Vigil held for homeless man Bikram Lama, 'died unseen'

A vigil was held in Sydney's Hyde Park to honor Bikram Lama, a homeless man who died and lay undiscovered for up to a week. Attendees emphasized that no one should die alone and unseen.

Thu May 07 2026

Vigil Held in Hyde Park for Bikram Lama

On May 7, a crowd gathered under the fig tree canopy of Sydney's Hyde Park to pay tribute to Bikram Lama, a 32-year-old homeless man who died nearby and laid undiscovered for up to a week. Homelessness support worker Erin Longbottom delivered a powerful message, stating, "No one should be left to die in the middle of Sydney, alone and unseen."

Mourning and Call for Awareness on Homelessness

The citizens gathered at the vigil mourned the tragic death of Bikram Lama and called for increased attention to vulnerable individuals in society. Participants expressed hope that such a tragedy would not be repeated, emphasizing the need for social responsibility and solutions to the issue of homelessness.

*Source: The Guardian World (2026-05-07)*

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