Viral Video: Shocking Stunt in Odisha | Minor Boy Lies on Railway Track as Train Passes Over Him
In a reckless and life-threatening act, a minor boy in Odisha’s Boudh district performed a dangerous stunt by lying on a railway track as a train passed over him, while his friends recorded the shocking incident. The video, created solely for social media attention, has sparked outrage and prompted immediate police action.
Dangerous Dare for Social Media Fame
The incident took place near Talupali village in Boudh, where three minors attempted a deadly stunt to gain likes and views online. According to reports, one boy lay flat on the tracks while another filmed, and a third repeatedly warned him to get up. As the train approached, the boy remained still, allowing it to pass over him. Miraculously, he survived unharmed, and the group celebrated by clapping and cheering—unaware of the legal consequences awaiting them.
Public Outrage & Police Intervention
The video quickly went viral, alarming local residents and authorities. The Government Railway Police (GRP) of Balangir, with assistance from Bounsuni Police, identified and detained the boys. Their families have been summoned as investigations continue.
Railway officials and law enforcement have condemned the act, emphasizing the severe risks such stunts pose to both human life and railway safety. A case has been registered, and the minors may face legal repercussions under relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code and Railway Act.
🚨 SHOCKING! A minor boy in #Odisha lies on railway tracks as a train passes over him—just for a viral reel! 😱
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Growing Menace of Dangerous Social Media Trends
This incident highlights the dangerous lengths youngsters go to for online validation. Child safety advocates and authorities urge parents and educators to monitor children’s social media activities and educate them about responsible internet usage.
Officials have also appealed to social media platforms to curb the spread of such hazardous content, which often inspires copycat behavior.
