A tragic incident occurred in eastern India’s Jharkhand when a young man lost his life attempting to create a video for Instagram.

The incident took place in Sahibganj on May 22.

Visuals showed the young man jumping into the lake and becoming unconscious and drowning within a few seconds after the jump.

The youth, aiming to make an impressive social media reel, jumped into a lake from a height of 100 feet. Unfortunately, the stunt proved fatal, leading to his untimely death.

Authorities reported that the young man drowned despite efforts to rescue him. This incident has highlighted the growing dangers associated with the pursuit of viral content on social media platforms, prompting calls for greater awareness and caution among the youth regarding risky behaviors.

Local police have initiated an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident. The community is mourning the loss, and the event has sparked discussions on the need for safer social media practices.