Zara Qairina's mother rejected post-mortem, sought swift burial

KOTA KINABALU — The inquest into the death of Zara Qairina Mahathir heard evidence on Monday that her mother, Noraidah Lamat, rejected a post-mortem examination and instead sought quick release of the body for burial. The 23-year-old's death in October sparked widespread public interest and scrutiny into the circumstances surrounding her demise. Court proceedings revealed that despite receiving an explanation of the post-mortem procedure, Noraidah Lamat chose not to proceed with the medical examination. The mother's decision to forgo the autopsy and pursue an expedited burial raised questions about whether a full investigation into the cause of death could be conducted. The inquest continues to examine the facts and circumstances leading to Zara Qairina's death, with authorities seeking to establish a clear timeline and determine contributing factors.