Indore: In a heart-wrenching incident, an 18-year-old college student, Madhav, from Indore, Madhya Pradesh, met an untimely demise due to a heart attack during a coaching session. Madhav, a Bhanwarkuan resident, was earnestly preparing for the Madhya Pradesh Public Service Commission (MPPSC) entrance exam when he experienced a sudden heart attack. The entire incident, from the moment he felt discomfort to his tragic collapse, was captured on the classroom’s CCTV footage.
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The 32-second video reveals Madhav initially engrossed in his studies among fellow MPPSC aspirants. However, after 10 seconds, he exhibits signs of discomfort, leaning over his desk. A concerned classmate seated beside him tries to seek help from the teacher, but Madhav collapses, falling off his desk. The surrounding students rush to his aid, and he was later admitted to a nearby private hospital. Unfortunately, Madhav succumbed to the heart attack hours after the incident.
The video of the heartbreaking event surfaced on social media and was shared by prominent journalists, bringing attention to the tragic occurrence. The incident sheds light on the alarming issue of ‘silent heart attacks’ in Indore, with reports indicating that at least four lives have been claimed by this phenomenon in recent weeks.
‘Silent heart attacks’ refer to cardiac episodes that occur without obvious symptoms, making early detection challenging. Madhav’s sudden death adds to a series of such incidents in the city, including the demise of a 55-year-old businessman while exercising and the tragic passing of a 16-year-old girl at school due to a suspected cardiac attack.
The alarming prevalence of silent heart attacks in the region underscores the urgent need for heightened awareness and preventative measures. The tragic loss of Madhav emphasizes the importance of prioritizing heart health and early detection, prompting a call for community education and proactive healthcare initiatives.
In a related incident, a 53-year-old senior professor at IIT Kanpur also passed away in December 2023 due to a heart attack during an alumni gathering lecture. The unfortunate event serves as a reminder of the unpredictability of cardiac events and the critical need for vigilance and preparedness in addressing heart health concerns.
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