Tragic Fall Claims Life of 72-Year-Old Man in Gurgaon Residential Society
A heartbreaking incident unfolded in Gurgaon on Monday morning when a 72-year-old man died after falling from the 10th floor of a residential society in Sector 60. The deceased has been identified as Narender Kumar Virdhi, a resident of South City 2 in Sector 49, where he lived with his daughter.
Visit to Son Turns Fatal in High-Rise Building
According to police reports, Virdhi had come to visit his son, who resides in the Ireo Skyon society. Earlier in the day, Virdhi called his son to check if he was at home and informed him that he would be visiting. Around 11:30 AM, the society's security guard notified the son that Virdhi had arrived at the premises.
However, when Virdhi failed to reach the flat, the son contacted the guard again for updates. "Shortly afterwards, the guard informed him that his father had fallen from the building," revealed a police officer involved in the investigation.
Wet Floor and Low Railing Suspected in Fatal Accident
Preliminary investigation indicates that the tragic accident occurred in the lobby area near the flat. Police discovered that the floor had been recently mopped and was slightly wet at the time of the incident. Investigators suspect that Virdhi slipped on the wet surface, lost his balance, and fell over the railing.
Officials made a concerning observation about the building's safety features: the railing in the lobby area measured only around 2.5 feet high, which may have significantly contributed to the fatal fall. The combination of a slippery floor and inadequate railing height created dangerous conditions in the residential space.
No Foul Play Detected in Thorough Investigation
Authorities conducted a comprehensive examination of the scene and found no signs of foul play. The investigation points toward a tragic accident rather than any intentional harm. Police have ruled out suspicious circumstances surrounding the elderly man's death.
This incident raises important questions about safety standards in residential buildings, particularly concerning:
- Adequate railing heights in common areas
- Proper warning systems for wet floors
- Safety protocols for elderly visitors in high-rise buildings
- Maintenance standards in residential societies
The Gurgaon police continue their investigation into the exact circumstances of the fall while the community mourns the loss of Narender Kumar Virdhi. His family, including his daughter in Sector 49 and son in the Ireo Skyon society, must now cope with this sudden and devastating loss.
