A viral video is circulating on social media, showing the moment 17-year-old powerlifter Yashtika Acharya from India died while practicing.
Yashtika Acharya was Junior National Games gold medalist powerlifter, from India.
The viral video captures the moment a 270kg rod fell on her neck during practice in a gym, resulting in her untimely death.
According to Indian police, Yashtika’s neck was broken when the barbell fell on her.
She was rushed to the hospital but was declared dead shortly after. The trainer, who was overseeing the lift, also suffered minor injuries.
The viral video of the incident has been widely shared online, though it contains disturbing content, so viewer discretion is advised.
Despite the viral video making headlines, Yashtika’s family has not filed any official complaint. The body was handed over to the family for funeral arrangements after the post-mortem.
Powerlifting, which includes squats, bench presses, and deadlifts, is a strength-based sport, but it is not part of the Olympic Games.
Yashtika had achieved significant milestones in her short career, and her death has caused an outpouring of grief in the sports community.
The viral video continues to spread, raising awareness about the risks of extreme weightlifting.
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Earlier, a shocking viral video from Belagavi, India surfaced, showing former Goa MLA Lavoo Suryaji Mamledar involved in an altercation with an auto-rickshaw driver just moments before his tragic death.
The video, captured near Srinivas Lodge, shows the heated argument that broke out after Mamledar’s car allegedly brushed against an auto-rickshaw in a narrow lane.
According to Indian police, the viral video shows the auto driver, identified as Mujahid Sanadi, slapping Mamledar during the dispute.
Moments later, as Mamledar was climbing the stairs of his lodge, he suddenly collapsed. The viral video has helped police track down the accused, who has since been arrested.
Doctors at a nearby hospital confirmed that Mamledar was brought in dead. His body has been sent for a postmortem to determine the exact cause of death.
