Bengaluru: A 23-year-old software engineer died and a 30-year-old man was seriously injured after both fell from the seventh floor of a private co-living PG in Whitefield following an argument, according to preliminary police information. The incident occurred on Sunday, August 30.
The deceased has been identified as Janani, while the injured man has been identified as Manichavelu. Janani died at the spot, while Manichavelu survived the fall and was taken to a private hospital for treatment. Police have registered a case and are investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Incident reported in Whitefield
The incident took place at a private co-living paying guest accommodation in Whitefield’s ECC Road.
Janani had reportedly been staying at Mountain PG since January this year. She was a software engineer working with Societe Generale and was originally from Ulaivaikkal in Puducherry.
Manichavelu, who also sustained serious injuries, works for a logistics company and is from Nallathur in Puducherry.
Argument preceded the fall
According to preliminary information gathered by the police, Janani and Manichavelu had an argument in the morning.
Police suspect that Janani subsequently moved towards the edge of the building and was about to jump. During the incident, she is suspected to have pulled Manichavelu along with her, resulting in both falling from the seventh floor.
The exact sequence of events, however, remains under investigation. Police are examining what led to the argument and the events immediately preceding the fall.
Janani dies at spot
Janani died at the spot following the fall.
Manichavelu reportedly fell onto tree branches before hitting the ground, which is believed to have helped him survive the fall.
He sustained serious injuries and was rushed to a private hospital, where he is currently undergoing treatment.
Police investigate circumstances
Following the incident, police visited the spot and conducted an inspection.
A case has been registered, and investigators are now trying to establish the exact circumstances that led to the fall.
The reason behind the argument between the two individuals is also being investigated.
Police are expected to examine available evidence and gather information from people who may have knowledge of the incident.
Both were from Puducherry
Janani and Manichavelu were both natives of Puducherry.
Janani, aged 23, was working as a software engineer and had been residing at the Whitefield PG accommodation for several months.
Manichavelu, aged 30, was employed with a logistics company and had also been living in the city.
The incident has brought attention to the circumstances surrounding their presence at the co-living facility and the events that unfolded before the fall.
Investigation underway
The police investigation is currently focused on reconstructing the sequence of events.
Authorities are examining what happened during and after the reported argument and how both individuals ended up falling from the seventh floor.
The condition and statement of the injured man could also be significant to the investigation, subject to his medical condition and the police process.
Whitefield incident raises concern
The incident has once again highlighted the importance of safety measures at high-rise residential and co-living buildings.
Whitefield is home to a large population of technology and other private-sector employees, with numerous paying guest and co-living facilities operating in the area.
While the immediate circumstances of this case are still being investigated, incidents involving falls from high-rise buildings raise concerns about building access, terrace safety and emergency response.
Police seek clarity on dispute
At present, police have not established a final conclusion regarding the reason behind the argument.
The preliminary account indicates that the dispute preceded the fall, but investigators are working to determine the complete sequence of events.
Any further findings will depend on the ongoing investigation and evidence collected from the scene.
Conclusion
Bengaluru: A 23-year-old software engineer, Janani, died while a 30-year-old man, Manichavelu, was seriously injured after both fell from the seventh floor of a co-living PG in Whitefield. Police said preliminary information suggests an argument preceded the incident.
Janani died at the spot, while Manichavelu survived after reportedly falling onto tree branches before reaching the ground. He was taken to a private hospital and is undergoing treatment.
Police have registered a case and are investigating the exact circumstances surrounding the incident, including the reason for the dispute and the events that led to the fall.