A couple in Bihar climbed an electricity tower to go viral. Police reached the spot and stopped this dangerous stunt and brought them down safely. This incident highlights the deadly dangers of copying online trends.
A strange incident came to light in Bihar, when a young couple tried to climb an electricity transmission tower to replicate a viral daredevil stunt. Hoping to become famous on the Internet, they were inspired by Russian influencers by posing dramatically for photos and videos.
As soon as the couple began their adventure, a crowd of curious villagers gathered below to watch them. The spectacle soon caught everyone’s attention and locals joked that the couple were planning their own ‘Empire State Building moment’.
Police came and ended the stunt
Before the stunt could be completed, local police reached the spot following a call from some worried residents. Authorities immediately stopped the dangerous act, warned the couple about the life-threatening danger posed by high-voltage power lines, and safely landed them back on the ground.
This strange incident became a topic of discussion in the area, and people were shocked at this failed attempt. The couple had climbed the tower to go viral, but in return they got a stern rebuke from the police.
Officials stressed that such careless acts put lives at risk and should not be copied to gain attention on social media.
Warning regarding viral trends
This incident is a lesson that trying to gain internet fame through dangerous stunts can have serious consequences. Police stressed that a few seconds of online popularity is never worth risking one’s life.
Locals said that the couple’s actions show that the impact of viral trends is now increasing in rural areas too, where youth are increasingly attracted towards risky challenges. Officials reiterated that safety should always come first and warned against copying stunts performed in dangerous environments.