Daijiworld Media Network – Hyderabad
Hyderabad, Jul 28: In a shocking incident, a 25-year-old man collapsed and died of a heart attack while playing shuttle badminton at Nagole Stadium in Hyderabad on Sunday evening.
The deceased, identified as Gundla Rakesh, was employed with a private firm in the city. He was the son of Gundla Venkateswarlu, a former Deputy Sarpanch from Tallada in Khammam district.
The tragic moment was captured on CCTV, which has since gone viral. The footage shows Rakesh engaged in a doubles match around 8:00 pm.
After bending down to pick up the shuttlecock, he suddenly collapsed on the court. Fellow players rushed to his aid, and one of them attempted CPR on the spot.
He was immediately shifted to a nearby hospital but was declared brought dead.
The untimely demise of a young and active individual has sparked fresh concerns over rising cases of cardiac arrest among youth during physical activities, including sports and gym workouts.
Medical experts have stressed the importance of regular health screenings to detect hidden heart conditions, and urged young individuals to remain alert to warning signs and adopt heart-healthy lifestyles.