Hyderabad Police Commissioner Issues Stern Warning After Man's Dangerous Train Stunt Goes Viral
A shocking video showing a man deliberately lying on railway tracks as a train passes over him has sparked widespread outrage and prompted a strong response from Hyderabad City Police Commissioner V C Sajjanar. The footage, which has gone viral across social media platforms, shows the individual performing what appears to be an extremely dangerous stunt for social media content.
The Breathtaking and Reckless Video Footage
The viral video begins with the man waiting patiently on the railway tracks until a train approaches at considerable speed. As the locomotive draws near, he positions himself by lying flat on his stomach directly between the rails. In what can only be described as a heart-stopping moment, the train passes completely over the man, who remains unharmed due to the narrow clearance between his body and the underside of the moving train.
After the train clears him, the man stands up triumphantly and poses for the camera, apparently celebrating his successful and extremely risky stunt. The exact location and date of this incident remain unknown, but the video has already amassed over a lakh views across various social media platforms.
Police Commissioner's Strong Response
Hyderabad City Police Commissioner V C Sajjanar shared the concerning video on his official social media account with a clear message: "Be responsible, not reckless!" In his post, which included the hashtags #LifeIsPrecious and #DontRiskYourLife, the commissioner emphasized that such actions represent foolishness rather than bravery.
Commissioner Sajjanar wrote in both English and Telugu, stating that performing such stunts driven by viral trends is not courage but rather extreme foolishness. He highlighted how a single second's difference could have resulted in fatal consequences, with lives potentially lost in an instant.
Public Outrage and Demands for Action
The viral video has triggered significant public backlash, with numerous social media users demanding strict action against the individual shown in the footage. Many commentators have expressed concern about the dangerous precedent such content sets, particularly for younger audiences who might be influenced by these reckless displays.
One user commented, "This is one type of risky adventure. Very bad. Still, these young people do. Good that you advised them never risk life." Another demanded, "Railway department has to take action against him," reflecting the growing public sentiment against such dangerous behavior.
A third user expressed broader concerns about social media influence, stating, "Not irresponsible, these guys are spoiling other kids with nonsense actions. I think Australia did the right thing by stopping the use of mobile phones for kids, and now it's time we should act on it, and especially these kinds of acts should be banned and bring a stringent law."
Previous Incidents and Growing Concerns
This is not the first instance of individuals performing dangerous stunts for social media content in India. In March of last year, a man in Uttar Pradesh slipped from a moving train while attempting a risky maneuver for a reel video. The incident occurred on a train traveling from Kasganj to Kanpur, though fortunately the train stopped suddenly, allowing the man to disembark safely without injury.
These recurring incidents highlight growing concerns about the lengths to which some content creators will go to generate viral material, often disregarding personal safety and legal consequences. Despite repeated warnings from authorities about stringent action against life-threatening stunts performed in public spaces, such dangerous behavior continues to surface on social media platforms.
The Hyderabad police commissioner's intervention serves as a timely reminder about the importance of responsible social media usage and the very real dangers associated with attempting viral stunts without proper consideration for safety protocols and legal boundaries.
