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Banda: In a tragic incident in Uttar Pradesh's district, a young man lost his life while filming an Instagram reel. The 21-year-old, identified as Shivam, met with a fatal accident when a slab collapsed on him as he hung upside down from the terrace of a school. Shivam, who was exercising at the time, had his legs entangled between the slab, leading to his untimely demise. His friends, who were recording the reel on a mobile phone, witnessed the horrifying accident.
The news of Shivam's death left his relatives in shock and devastation. Upon learning of the tragic incident, they rushed to the school where the accident occurred. Initially, disbelief clouded their minds as they struggled to comprehend the grim reality. The school premises soon transformed into a somber scene as grieving family members mourned the loss of their loved one.
The ill-fated Instagram reel that claimed Shivam's life depicted him hanging upside down from the school terrace. Balancing precariously on the edge of the terrace, Shivam had intertwined his legs to maintain stability while exercising. Holding bricks in each hand and accompanied by a movie dialogue in the background, Shivam's final moments were captured on video. The comments section of the reel now overflow with messages of condolences, serving as a poignant reminder of the tragic outcome.
Shivam, the unfortunate victim of this fatal accident, had been striving to uplift his family from poverty. Working at a local factory, he supplemented his income by distributing water packets in a rickshaw around town. Meanwhile, his father toiled as a laborer in another state, highlighting the family's struggle for a better life.
Following the incident, authorities swiftly arrived at the school premises. The body has been sent for postmortem examination as part of the investigative process.
The incident underscores the growing concern surrounding the proliferation of Instagram reels. With people of all ages succumbing to the allure of social media fame, safety often takes a backseat. Tragically, lives are lost in pursuit of likes and comments, emphasizing the need for greater awareness and responsible use of social media platforms.
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